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by Andrew Cortes and Hope Bird
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.
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- Yesterday37 min
Whisper in the Wings Episode 1655
Join us on the latests Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, as we continue our coverage of the 2026 Queerly Festival presented by FRIGID New York. This time around we welcomed on three more artists and the works they are bringing to this year’s events. So be sure to tune in and turn out to support these creators!FRIGID New York Presents 2026 Queerly Festival June 11th-July 3rd@ Under St. MarksTickets and more information are available at frigid.nycAnd be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions: Trauma Mia, a Transgender parody of the hit musical created by Natasha Dumas June 5th @ 7pm and July 1st @ 9pm@trauma_mia_musical@its_natashadumasThe Body is Made of Strings written and performed by Magdi Hazaa June 25th @ 9pm and June 30th @ 7pm@thebodyismadeofstrings@magdi_hazaaAchilles in Drag written, produced, and performed by Jonno LaMont June 13th @ 7pm and June 26th @ 7pm@achillesindragplayBlakstar featuring LOLO FIMA written and performed by Jonno MaMont June 20th @ 8:45pm and July 2nd @ 9:15pm@lolofimamusic@blakstarcreations
- Yesterday14 min
Whisper in the Wings Episode 1654
We are thrilled to welcome the creator/performer Ashley Pierre-Louis onto the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper. She stopped by to talk about her latest work, Sore. This beautiful piece of dance theatre was so great to learn about. So be sure that you tune in and turn up to see this fantastic production!TRIBE PresentsSoreJune 4th-6th@ The Flea TheaterTickets and more information are available at givebutter.com/sore And be sure to follow Ashley to stay up to date on all her upcoming projects and productions: @itsatribeitsatribe.org@ashleypierrelouis
- Yesterday25 min
Whisper in the Wings Episode 1653
For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed back on the founding director/executive producer Jessie Fahay to talk about her company, Ripple Effect Artists, and their upcoming production of Building the Wall. This haunting and timely work made for some great conversation and we always love a chance to feature this company’s work on and off the stage. So be sure to tune in and turn out to support this fantastic show!Ripple Effect Artists PresentsBuilding the WallJune 11th-21st@ Urban StagesTickets and more information are available at rippleeffectartists.com And be sure to follow Jessies to stay up to date on all her upcoming projects and productions:rippleeffectartists.com
- 2 days ago39 min
Whisper in the Wings Episode 1652
Join us as we kick off our coverage of the 2026 Queerly Festival on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper. The festival being presented by FRIGID New York, not only is a staple of the pride festivities here in the city, but brings together works and artists that span the gamut of queer artists and theatre. And this year’s line up is jammed back with amazing talent. So be sure you hit play and get your tickets today!FRIGID New York Presents 2026 Queerly Festival June 11th-July 3rd@ Under St. MarksTickets and more information are available at frigid.nycAnd be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions:Bertha Vanayshun and Frida Cox vs America created and performed by Bertha Vanayshun June 19th @ 7pm@berthavnycScowl Queerapalooza written and performer by Ashley Lauren Rogers June 27th @ 7pm and June 29th @ 7pm@scowlfightH@PPY F@GGOT (A Queer love letter from a member of Generation-X) written and performed by Scot Zeller July 2nd @ 7pm and July 3rd @ 5pm@hftheshowhappyfaggottheshow.comFRIGID Nightcap: Arcadia Neon produced and hosted by Edward Gibbons-BrownJune 26th @ 10:30pm@frigidnightcap@edwardsgibbonsbrownIt’s a Travesti! created and performed by Marie Anello June 18th @ 7pm@marie.anello@killerqueenoperakillerqueenopera.comAn Enby’s Guide to Clowning Around co-creator and directed by Clay Wild Munley and co-created and performed by Kirby Denny June 26th @ 7pm@claywildmunley@k.1.rby@bigbeefpro
- 2 days ago30 min
Whisper in the Wings Episode 1651
For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the creator/owner of the M Center at Green Spa, Mary Elizabeth Micari. She sat down to share this amazing new practice as well as the opportunities it affords to the artists community. So be sure that you hit play and schedule your appointment today!The M Center at Green Spalocated in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn8804 3rd AveMore information as available at mcenteracupunctureandwellness.comAnd be sure to follow Mary to stay up to date on all her upcoming projects and productions: mcenteracupunctureandwellness.commaryelizabethmicari@gmail.comrev-mary.com
- 3 days ago26 min
Whisper in the Wings Episode 1650
On the latests Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we were so thrilled to welcome on the artistic director at Expand the Canon, Emily Lyon. She stopped by to share an exciting new book by her company entitled 110 Stand Out Classic Monologues for Any Actor (from overlooked plays by historic women). This fabulous resource as so amazing to learn about and is doing such a great job not only “expanding the canon”, but also expanding the audience and access to these artists whose credit and acknowledgement is long overdue. So hit play and get your copy today!Expand the Canon Presents100 Stand Out Classic Monologues for Any Actor (from overlooked plays by historic women)Available on June 10th More information is available at expandthecanon.com And be sure to follow Emily to stay up to date on all her upcoming projects and productions: expandthecanon.com@etcclassicsemilyalyon.com
- 3 days ago27 min
Whisper in the Wings Episode 1649
On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the performers Sheba Mason and Ian Werhle to talk about the upcoming shows and celebration honoring the late great Jackie Mason. All the fantastic events celebrating him and his work in the theatre. So be sure that you tune in and come out to celebrate this fantastic icon!Celebration of Jackie Mason Tuesday, June 9th at 1pm (In person and live-streamed) @ Sardi’sMore information is available at jackiemasonfoundation.org And be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions: thejackiemasonmusical.comjackiemasonfoundation.org @sheba_mason@lolfilms
- 4 days ago32 min
Whisper in the Wings Episode 1648
On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we are thrilled to bring you coverage of the Criminal Queerness Festival. And, joining us to talk about this are several playwrights and the artistic director, Adam Odsses-Rubin. So be sure to tune in and turn out to support these works today!HERE Arts Center and National Queer Theater PresentCriminal Queerness FestivalJune 9th-27th@ HERE Arts CenterTickets and more information are available at here.org And be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions: @nationalqueertheaternationalqueertheater.orgSyrian Soap by E. Zaalan June 24th-27th@farhran__incfaggy faafi Cairo boy by BazeedJune 17th-20thAREA D by LOURJune 9th-13th@areadbandlourofficial.com@lour_official_
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