Actress Alison Hamann stops by to talk about Decision Height, a powerful stage production from Waxhaw Community Theater, honoring the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs) of World War II. Alison shares her experience portraying Virginia Haskell, the empathetic protagonist who narrates the untold stories of courage, camaraderie, and sacrifice. From opening night jitters to the emotional depth of the play, this conversation celebrates the resilience of women in wartime and the transformative power of live theater.
🎭 Guest: Alison Hamann, lead actress in Decision Height
🎬 About the play: A tribute to the WASPs—Women Airforce Service Pilots—who served stateside during WWII
🕊️ Themes: Sisterhood, sacrifice, historical injustice, and emotional healing
📍 Performance Location: Western Union Elementary, Waxhaw, NC
🎟️ Tickets: waxhawcommunitytheater.com
💡 Behind the scenes: Allison’s first podcast appearance, cast camaraderie, and the challenges of nonprofit theater
🎉 Game Segment: “Cue the Drama” – a playful trivia showdown with high stakes and laughter
🏆 Awards Buzz: Waxhaw Community Theater’s recent nominations from the Metro Allina Theatre Association
💖 Support the arts: Donate, volunteer, or spread the word to help Waxhaw Community Theater grow
☕ Support the show: buymeacoffee.com/makeyourdayricher