Archive for the ‘Staff Blogs’ Category
TOFANA takes the stage at Sisters Freehold in Baltimore
For someone as deliciously, enduringly notorious–even infamous–as Giulia Tofana, the legendary Renaissance poisoner, strangely little is actually known. For certain, at least. Plenty of speculation and mythology has accumulated over the centuries since her (probable) execution for helping her fellow Italian wives become happy, wealthy widows via the administration of a secret house-blend of undectable […]
Featuring FALSETTOS at Rep Stage
Joseph Ritsch, Artistic Director of Howard County’s Rep Stage, joined me to talk about the revival of the musical Falsettos that he’s directed & choreographed–performing through May 14th. You can enjoy his comments here or on the air from WBJC 91.5FM, and find out more information (or get tickets) at the links and number below. […]
Bruce Nelson talks HARVEY at Everyman Theatre
Local legend and longtime Everyman Theatre company member Bruce Nelson joined me to share his thoughts on playing the iconic role of Elwood Dowd in Mary Chase’s beloved, Pulitzer Prize-winning 1945 comedy, Harvey. Made famous by the film starring Jimmy Stewart, and featuring an invisible (possibly imaginary) anthropomorphic rabbit, the play offers slapstick and hijinks a-plenty […]
HOW THE LIGHT GETS IN at 1st Stage in Tysons, VA
Cast members Tonya Beckman and Jacob Yeh spoke with me about their experience in, and audience response to, the current production of How the Light Gets In by E.M. Lewis, playing Thu-Sun through March 26th at 1st Stage in Tysons, Virginia. How the Light Gets In stars Joel Ashur, Tonya Beckman, Madeleine Regina, and Jacob Yeh. The […]
Unearthing Baltimore history with playwrights Chloe and Kaylah Harvey
Playwrights (and sisters) Chloe and Kaylah Harvey spoke with me about their world-premiere play finishing its run at 7.30 PM on March 9th and 10th at the Turpin-Lamb Theater in Murphy Fine Arts Center of Morgan State University. What began as a one-semester credit has evolved over the years into a two-act epic family drama […]
Charlie Barnett’s new musical, TRUE NORTH, gets a first hearing
Longtime WBJC listener and successful local musician Charlie Barnett–whose career has included orchestral and film composing, jazz performance, and much more–has now turned his creative skills to the theatrical stage. He has written book, lyrics, and music for a new musical, True North, that will have its very first public reading at 8pm on Saturday, […]
How Does Your Garden Grow? It Better Not Be On My Property!
Neighborly disputes over property lines are as old as time. From February 2-26, GALA Hispanic Theatre in DC is presenting Jardin Salvaje, or Native Gardens, written and adapted by Karen Zacarias. I recently spoke with Ms. Zacarias and director Rebecca Aparicio about the production and how the show is about the clash of both generations […]
Coping with the Holiday Blues
Join Baltimore City Community College for virtual sessions on how to cope with depression, anxiety, and painful reflection during this holiday season. BCCC’s Student Support and Wellness Services will present strategies to help you manage the “holiday blues.” Register below for one of the dates and take a step toward your wellbeing!Tuesday, November 17 at […]
COVID-19
There isn’t anything I can say that hasn’t already been said in the media or from your family and friends about our safety in this environment. I think of you all often and pray that you all are doing the right things and staying well. I have faith in a higher power and this too […]
The magic of a smile
Staying connected to each other is so important while we’re physically being isolated. I have several craft groups that meet every month… spinning, knitting weaving, bobbin lace, as well as a few other specialized social groups and over the last few months, I’ve just been too busy in many cases to hang out on a […]
