On this episode of theMangoTimes Podcast, Fletch is joined in the studio by special guest Corey Strauss—Central Valley legend and founder of The Magic Box Players.
Corey shares his journey from imaginative kid to one of the area’s most creative forces in set design, costuming, and theater arts. Together, he and Fletch dive into his latest project: a mobile theater that brings storytelling, puppetry, and joy to local schools, igniting young imaginations one performance at a time.
But that’s just the beginning. This episode is a celebration of silliness—why nonsense matters, how play connects us, and why your inner child deserves more stage time.
Whether you're an improv junkie, a recovering serious adult, or someone who just needs to remember how to laugh, this episode is your permission slip to lighten up.
🎭 Theater, puppets, and costumes
🎙 Laughter, memories, and middle-aged mayhem
🧠 Why being silly might just save your sanity
Tune in—and remember:
A little nonsense is not just okay. It’s necessary.
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Guest Information
Corey Strauss - Corey Strauss is a Central Valley designer for theatrical productions. He is the founder of MagicBox Players and the current scenic designer/tech director for Opera Modesto. Corey has been designing and directing throughout California for over 20 years. He has creatively produced nearly 200 productions with a focus on elevating community theater artists in the Central Valley.
Resources and Links
MagicBoxPlayers
Music used in this episode:
- Lost and Found and Carefree by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100449
Artist: http://incompetech.com/
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