Dr. Alisa Hurwitz is Dr. Drama! Have you ever wondered what exactly is going on with Evan Hansen? Why Sweeney Todd so doggedly seeks revenge? Or why Alexander Hamilton writes like he’s running out of time? As a psychologist who has a lifelong passion for musical theater, Dr. Alisa Hurwitz offers her clinical insight into …
In episode 37: Ditch Fear and Take Risks, Jen goes solo to share how artists register risk differently and how protocols in theatre lead to a fearless community that is accepting of risk and supportive to adjustments. DONATE TO THE ACTORS FUND FOLLOW THE DYBP PODCAST DYBP graphic design © 2020 by Laura Gernon DYBP …
Vincent J. Cardinal is the Arthur and Martha Hearron endowed professor of musical theatre, chair of the department of musical theatre, and professor of music at the school of music, theatre, and dance at the University of Michigan. Previously, he was the Artistic Director of Connecticut Repertory Theatre and Chair of the Department of Dramatic …
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Host, Jen Vellenga goes solo and talks about adaptation in the digital moment and how she’s owning her digital space. DONATE TO THE ACTORS FUND SHOW NOTES DYBP S1 E9: Grace Douglas – Love to Learn DYBP S1 E12: Jenna Rubaii – Embrace Your Uniqueness DYBP S1 E23: Shaun J. Brown- Hone Your Craft DYBP …
Laura is inspired to encourage brave spaces where individuals can speak their truth with the goal of bridging the distance between us. A published playwright, author, screenwriter, producer + podcaster (thesparkfile.com) Laura has spent much of her career building the Blue Man Group brand around the world. She began by helping the original Off-Broadway show …
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Jen talks about the dangers of complacency for an artistic life and some strategies for overcoming embarrassment and resistance. DONATE TO THE ACTORS FUND SHOW NOTES Season 1, Episode 1: Becca Kötte DYBP Facebook Community Group Dr. Drama, Alisa Hurwitz on Instagram Season Two, Episode 32: Jerry Jay Cranford Anne Bogart’s A Director Prepares: Seven …
Jay has made his career as an actor, singer, dancer, director, choreographer and educator. He has performed on Broadway (Les Miserables), international and national tours (Les Miserables, Evita European Company as featured dancer, Singing in the Rain as Don, Anything Goes as Billy), regional stages, television and spent 3 years as the Genie in Disneyland’s …
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Jen shares some research on Imposter Syndrome and advises listeners to ditch doubt and believe in themselves. Join the DYBP Facebook Community Group SHOW NOTES Psych Test: Imposter Syndrome Time Magazine Article: How to Deal with Imposter Syndrome Research Article: The Imposter Phenomenon Book: The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women DYBP Ep. 9: Grace Douglas …
Kiki Rivera (she, they, we, wrasse) is an internationally produced, award-winning theatre artist, educator, and arts activist with her BA in Theatre and MFA in Playwriting from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa (UHM). Original plays include Puzzy (featuring award-winning New Zealand Playwright Victor Rodger), and Faʻalavelave: The Interruption. Their work focuses on cultural and …
Bliss’ career is driven by a deep belief that the societal benefit of art is immeasurable. She believes that too often we value the art above the artist, trading their safety and well-being for our own entertainment. She is committed to creating an arts & entertainment industry culture that uplifts artists in their employment relationships. …