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Breaking the Fourth Wall7 Factors to Consider When Selecting a Theatrical SeasonArtistic directors and season selection committees should consider these 7 factors when determining their upcoming season programming.Plus, as always, your favorite weekly puzzler is included!Visit the podcast website that includes a full transcript.New episodes every Monday morning.Websites:AshleeEspinosa.comTimEspinosa.comInstagram:@ashleelynnespinosa@timespinosaofficialYoutube:Ashlee EspinosaTim EspinosaTwitter:@AshleeLEspinosaEmail us at: team@AshleeEspinosa.com2021-07-1220 minBreaking the Fourth Wall7 Steps to Advocating for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice in Rehearsal and ProductionConsider these 7 steps when entering the rehearsal and production process to support and advocate for greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice.Plus, as always, your favorite weekly puzzler is included!Visit the podcast website that includes a full transcript.New episodes every Monday morning.Websites:AshleeEspinosa.comTimEspinosa.comInstagram:@ashleelynnespinosa@timespinosaofficialYoutube:Ashlee EspinosaTim EspinosaTwitter:@AshleeLEspinosaEmail us at: team@AshleeEspinosa.com2021-07-0519 minBreaking the Fourth WallActionable Steps to Affect Immediate Positive Change within Collegiate Theatre ProgramsAshlee and Tim discuss actionable steps that program heads and faculty can immediately implement into their curriculum and teaching practices in order to affect the much needed positive change moving forward.Plus, as always, your favorite weekly puzzler is included!Visit the podcast website that includes a full transcript.New episodes every Monday morning.Websites:AshleeEspinosa.comTimEspinosa.comInstagram:@ashleelynnespinosa@timespinosaofficialYoutube:Ashlee EspinosaTim EspinosaTwitter:@AshleeLEspinosaEmail us at: team@AshleeEspinosa.com2021-06-2832 minBreaking the Fourth WallPreparing Students for the Transition into the Professional ArenaAre theatre programs adequately preparing students to meet the demands of the professional arena of theatre after graduation?Plus, as always, your favorite weekly puzzler is included!Visit the podcast website that includes a full transcript.New episodes every Monday morning.Websites:AshleeEspinosa.comTimEspinosa.comInstagram:@ashleelynnespinosa@timespinosaofficialYoutube:Ashlee EspinosaTim EspinosaTwitter:@AshleeLEspinosaEmail us at: team@AshleeEspinosa.com2021-06-2122 minBreaking the Fourth WallDoes Broadway Define SuccessDoes working on Broadway and New York City serve as the sole definition of success in the theatre industry?Plus, as always, your favorite weekly puzzler is included!Visit the podcast website that includes a full transcript.New episodes every Monday morning.Websites:AshleeEspinosa.comTimEspinosa.comInstagram:@ashleelynnespinosa@timespinosaofficialYoutube:Ashlee EspinosaTim EspinosaTwitter:@AshleeLEspinosaEmail us at: team@AshleeEspinosa.com2021-06-1422 minBreaking the Fourth WallFive Tips to Avoid Creative BurnoutHow to avoid burnout in an industry built on more work and less pay. Plus, as always, your favorite weekly puzzler is included!Visit the podcast website that includes a full transcript.New episodes every Monday morning.Websites:AshleeEspinosa.comTimEspinosa.comInstagram:@ashleelynnespinosa@timespinosaofficialYoutube:Ashlee EspinosaTim EspinosaTwitter:@AshleeLEspinosaEmail us at: team@AshleeEspinosa.com2021-06-0721 minBreaking the Fourth WallNavigating the New World of Virtual AuditionsHow are self tape submissions evolving and creating equitable opportunities in musical theatre. Tim and Ashlee also discuss how self promotion is linked to your process and ways you can maximum your online presence.Plus, as always, your favorite weekly puzzler is included!Show Notes:Essential Guide to Creating Musical Theatre Self-TapesYouTube for Artists + Educators Online CourseRead the blog post of this episode that includes additional photos, videos and resources.Visit the podcast website that includes a full transcript.New episodes every Monday morning.2021-05-2431 minBreaking the Fourth WallCultivating a Multi-faceted CareerHow we can begin to honor and acknowledge the benefits of creating a career in musical theatre that includes multiple steams of income, passion and value. Plus, as always, your favorite weekly puzzler is included!Read the blog post of this episode that includes additional photos, videos and resources.Visit the podcast website that includes a full transcript.New episodes every Monday morning.Websites:AshleeEspinosa.comTimEspinosa.comInstagram:@ashleelynnespinosa@timespinosaofficialYoutube:Ashlee EspinosaTim EspinosaTwitter:2021-05-1723 minBreaking the Fourth WallShifting the Stigma of Cruise Ship and Theme Park EntertainmentIt's time to reframe the narrative that surrounds cruise ship and theme park entertainment. Ashlee and Tim Espinosa talk about their experience meeting on a cruise ship as performers, how it enabled them to explore the world and multitudes of cultures, work with multi million dollar sets and costume, and why theme park are a valuable means of income within the entrainment industry.Plus, as always, your favorite weekly puzzler is included!Read the blog post of this episode that includes additional photos, videos and resources.Visit the podcast website that includes a fu...2021-05-1023 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"Reframing the Singer's Toolkit" with Korrie YamaokaKorrie Yamaoka, host of the podcast Studying the Song, joins us as we talk about changing the way we train singers, creating healthy boundaries, and audition thoughts from her perspective as a vocal coach and music director.Read the blog post of this episode that includes additional photos, videos and resources.Visit the podcast website that includes a full transcript.Korrie Yamaoka is a musical theatre vocal coach and music director in San Diego, CA. A specialist in musical theatre repertoire and contemporary pop/rock performance styles, Korrie explores the intersection of rock m...2021-05-0334 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"The Absence of Trauma in Acting Training"The history of American acting methodologies and ways that we can eliminate trauma when teaching acting fundamentals.Reflecting on American Acting Training in 2021What is the history of teaching acting in musical theatre?How has it affected actors negatively?What can we do to better train actors without using trauma?Plus, as always, your favorite weekly puzzler is included!Read the blog post of this episode that includes additional photos, videos and resources.Visit the podcast website that includes a full transcript.New episodes every Monday morning....2021-04-2620 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"Representation Matters" with Leo Yu-Ning ChangIn this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Ashlee (she/her) and Tim (he/him) interview Leo Yu-Ning Chang about his thoughts on the current state of musical theatre.Visit the podcast website.Leo Yu-Ning Chang is a bilingual performer and educator born and raised in Taiwan, where he co-founded an award-winning A Cappella Band-Guess What. Upon earning his M.F.A. degree in Musical Theatre from San Diego State University, Leo took the faithful leap. He moved to NYC and soon made his Off-Broadway debut in Revelation: The Musical. Leo is currently on faculty...2021-04-1934 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"The Directorial Process"In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Ashlee (she/her) and Tim (he/him) discuss the challenges associated with the role of the stage director.Plus, as always, your favorite weekly puzzler is included!podcast websiteNew episodes every Monday morning.Websites:AshleeEspinosa.comTimEspinosa.comInstagram:@ashleelynnespinosa@timespinosaofficialYoutube:Ashlee EspinosaTim EspinosaTwitter:@AshleeLEspinosaEmail us at: team@AshleeEspinosa.com2021-04-1231 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"The Voice of Costume" with JoJo Siu & Sarah TimmIn this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Ashlee and Tim interview JoJo Siu and Sarah Timm about their thoughts on the current state of musical theatre through the lens of a costume designer. We also talk about their successful podcast The Costume Plot.Join us on Clubhouse for our weekly podcast encore event with JoJo and Sarah on Thursday at 4pm PT.JoJo Siu graduated from UCIrvine with her M.F.A. in Costume Design. She hails from Philadelphia, and has been working as a designer for film, opera, theatre and dance both nationally...2021-04-0540 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"The Not So Golden Age"In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Ashlee (she/her) and Tim (he/him) discuss the problematic nature of, what is considered to be, the Golden Age of musical theatre.Reflecting on the term “Golden Age” in 2021What is the Golden Age?Why have we put so much emphasis on it?What are the problematic concepts with these musicals?How do we approach these musicals now?Plus, as always, your favorite weekly puzzler is included!Join us on Clubhouse this week on Thursday, April 1 at 5pm PT for a post show conversation.C...2021-03-2924 minBreaking the Fourth WallA Conversation with Gwendolyn WalkerIn this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Ashlee (she/her) and Tim (he/him) interview Gwendolyn Walker (she/her) about her thoughts on the current state of musical theatre.Join us on Clubhouse for our weekly podcast encore event with Gwen.Gwendolyn Walker is an Assistant Professor of Voice and Alexander Technique in Penn State’s BFA Musical Theatre program. She is also a graduate of the Contemporary Alexander School and is a certified Alexander Technique teacher. Her unique approach to training young artists from a somatic perspective as well as from a contemporary co...2021-03-2225 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"Lessons Learned"In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Ashlee (she/her) and Tim (he/him) discuss their lessons learned in both the educational and professional arena of musical theatre during 2020 and the early part of 2021. Will academia change course?How have we evolved as artists? Are we optimistic about the future of the craft? What actions are + can we continue to take as a community to make change happen?We share our personal lessons learned that will shape our teaching and artistic decisions moving forward with the hope that the more we talk about this change the mor...2021-03-1524 minBreaking the Fourth WallSeason 2 TrailerAshlee (she/her) and Tim (he/him) introduce Season 2 of their podcast, Breaking the Fourth Wall. Podcast Encore Event in ClubhouseNew episodes every Monday morning.Websites:AshleeEspinosa.comTimEspinosa.comInstagram:@ashleelynnespinosa@timespinosaofficialYoutube:Ashlee EspinosaTim EspinosaTwitter:@AshleeLEspinosaEmail us at: team@AshleeEspinosa.com2021-03-0801 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"Using Her Platform for Change"In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee Espinosa discuss the upcoming Broadway revival of 1776 directed by Diane Paulus with a focus on inclusive casting. How do we continue the movement of casting folx in a more inclusive and supportive way just like Diane is doing right now? This is the final episode of Season 1. We will be taking a break and seeing everyone back again in July with a new season that is going to include interviews of folx in the musical theatre industry that are making positive change with their work, their...2020-04-2719 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"An Equitable Environment"In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee Espinosa discuss their favorite resources right now for creative outlets in quarantine isolation to further their creative outlets. The topic this week is focused on online teaching and how we can use distance education to continue to grow and learn as artists and educators. We share the tools we have found helpful when teaching online class and also coaching or consulting online for theatre and music theatre artists and students. Visit our podcast website for a transcription of this episode and all previous episodes of Breaking...2020-04-2023 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"Reinvention"In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee Espinosa encourage those artists that are at a creative crosswords to be confident in their skills. Don't be afraid to reinvent yourself. Here are some tips and tricks that we when we both made the leap to follow our dreams and be confident in putting ourselves out there to tell the world what job we wanted right now in our lives. Let us know your fav resources right now! Post on our facebook or Insta or send us an email.Visit our podcast website...2020-04-0618 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"The Creative Investment"In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee Espinosa discuss utilizing video content for online purposes. How can we make a positive change in best practices to use technology and online popularity to maximize your visual presence. Visit our podcast website for a transcription of this episode and all previous episodes of Breaking the Fourth Wall.Visit our online homes:AshleeEspinosa.comTimEspinosa.comInstagram:@ashleelynnespinosa@timespinosaofficialTwitter:@AshleeLEspinosa@TheTimEspinosaEmail us at: team@AshleeEspinosa.com2020-03-3021 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"Stronger and Better Than Ever"In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee Espinosa discuss the process of building an online presence and the importance of branding yourself as an artist especially at this moment in time. Let's make the shift in embracing technology and discovering the ways it can offer you assistance in your career. How can we change the mindset that marketing ourselves is selfish? How do we us technology to build our brand? What steps can each of us take to increase our visibility online and offer value as a human being and an artist? What important questions...2020-03-2323 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"The Light Remains"In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee Espinosa discuss the current state of Broadway and theatre communities across the country. What steps can each of us take to make positive light of where we are and how we can move forward in our careers even in challenging times. Ashlee's youtube for Actions for Actors seriesBornwen Burton's costume youtube channelSherie Sander's website with book linkVisit our podcast website for a transcription of this episode and all previous episodes of Breaking the Fourth Wall.Visit our...2020-03-1622 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"Finding the Balance"In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee Espinosa discuss how performers and creatives can emotionally decompress from strong dramatic content or long technical rehearsals for a musical. How does a performer, creative effectively sustain a 5 to 8 show weekly schedule? How does someone on the creative team sustain themselves during an exhaustive technical rehearsal process?Visit our podcast website for a transcription of this episode and all previous episodes of Breaking the Fourth Wall.Visit our online homes:AshleeEspinosa.comTimEspinosa.comInstagram:@ashleelynnespinosa@timespinosaofficial2020-03-0921 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"When to Say No"In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee Espinosa discuss the importance of intimacy training in the rehearsal process and how as performers we can navigate situations in musicals that might involve intimacy with another cast member. Visit our podcast website for a transcription of this episode and all previous episodes of Breaking the Fourth Wall.Visit our online homes:AshleeEspinosa.comTimEspinosa.comInstagram:@ashleelynnespinosa@timespinosaofficialTwitter:@AshleeLEspinosa@TheTimEspinosaEmail us at: team@AshleeEspinosa.com2020-02-2420 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"The Assumptions We Make"In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee Espinosa discuss assumptions in musical theatre and the impact they have on us as artists. Three specific assumptions include type, skin color and gender identity. How can we be aware of the past and present a new future free from judging based on appearance?Visit our podcast website for a transcription of this episode and all previous episodes of Breaking the Fourth Wall.Visit our online homes:AshleeEspinosa.comTimEspinosa.comInstagram:@ashleelynnespinosa@timespinosaofficialTwitter:...2020-02-1024 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"Making Change Actually Happen"In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee Espinosa discuss examples of change that they have seen and experienced lately. Change is happening. Let's recognize the it and say thank you. Let's also ask for more because we are just at the beginning stages of making positive change in musical theatre. We have a long way to go but we do need to celebrate the steps as we walk forward.Visit our podcast website for a transcription of this episode and all previous episodes of Breaking the Fourth Wall.Visit our online...2020-02-0322 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"Words Matter"How we use words today to describe actors and characters is drastically different than in the past.In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee Espinosa discuss the importance of discovering your authentic self and how we need to move away from the idea of type. We can no longer use the word "slut" to describe Ado Annie in Oklahoma! the musical. We can no longer rely on the outdated idea that type and archetype define a character. How can we move forward and encourage others to realize that words matter.Visit...2020-01-2721 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"We're On Our Way"How can we promote greater diversity among our audience members?In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee Espinosa discuss "Blackouts" and a few examples of Broadway productions like Slave Play along with regional theaters that are holding space for exclusive audience members that are POC. How do we follow along in these examples and diversify audiences at musicals?What are factors that contribute to the lack of diversity among audience members?What are some solutions we can take to promote greater diversity?"Blackouts" article referenced in episodeBritany Spears musical referenced in episode2020-01-2020 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"Excited About That Project"Learning to decide which projects to work on and which ones to say no to. In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee Espinosa discuss what to consider when choosing projects to work on in your career for those right out of college and also those that are further in their career.What are some red flags for projects?Is it wise to take every job?When do you say no to a job?Visit our podcast website for a transcription of this episode and all previous episodes of Breaking the Fourth W...2020-01-1318 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"I Am What I Am"How do we avoid burnout? Musical Theatre requires more than the everyday 9 to 5 job description. We often overwork ourselves and give too much. How do we take action and learn to say no.In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee Espinosa discuss how we can take steps to avoid burnout in an industry that always asks for more. What aspects of your auditions can you control? What aspects can you not control in the room?Visit our podcast website for a transcription of this episode and all previous episodes of Breaking...2020-01-0624 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"What Can You Control?"Accepting that many aspects of our career in musical theatre are out of our control is a challenging aspect of this industry. We are one of the few career paths that require regular interviews, auditions and submissions since we live job to job and contract to contract whether you are an actor, designer, director, choreographer, music director, stage manager, and all of the other people it takes to create a musical.In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee Espinosa discuss how we all can learn to accept that some things are out of...2019-12-2328 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"Creating a New Norm"How do we change the perception of the way actors are viewed based on their physical appearance?In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee Espinosa discuss how we can teach our audience to move past personal bias based on the color of an actor's skin or their physical appearance, and accept the illusion of reality onstage.Visit our podcast website for a transcription of this episode and all previous episodes of Breaking the Fourth Wall.Visit our online homes:AshleeEspinosa.comTimEspinosa.comInstagram:...2019-12-1622 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"Letting Go to Create Space"How can we let go of what does not serve us to create space for what WILL serve us.In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee Espinosa discuss how we can begin to free ourselves of negative emotions or events and pave the way for new found creativity and positive fulfillment. Tim shares what he is actively going to "let go" as a director to create space for 3 new tasks to include into his daily life in 2020. Ashlee shares what she is letting go that we can all relate to as a musical...2019-12-0921 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"An Underlying Problem"How can we address the stigma of body image in musical theatre? Starts with casting: Actively cast curvy performers for more roles that do not rely or refer to their physical appearance. Open Conversations: with young actors, high school level, college level to encourage them to audition for all roles and all musicalsCreating a new norm with body image on stage: focusing on the content of the character and not the perceived physical appearance.In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee Espinosa discuss how we can begin to change the stigma of body im...2019-12-0220 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"Communication and Collaboration"How can we advocate for effective collaboration and communication within the creative team? What factors go into a fully developed concept when directing a musical?In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee Espinosa discuss how we can effectively collaborate within the creative team and how to work together in a positive, productive atmosphere. Shout out to all the amazing designers and stage managers out there. Your work does not go unseen. Visit our podcast website for a transcription of this episode and all previous episodes of Breaking the Fourth Wall.2019-11-2522 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"A New Part of the History"What is the reaction when a musical is reimagined or is different than the original concept? How do we keep an open mind, encourage creativity and express new ideas that relate to the current audience?In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee Espinosa discuss how we can begin to advocate for supporting new versions of old concepts with highlights of Broadway and regional theatre news from the week and a puzzler question for all of you musical theatre lovers out there. Visit our podcast website for a transcription of this episode...2019-11-1821 minBreaking the Fourth WallRerun: Episode 1 "Failure of the Imagination"Since it's a holiday weekend: Enjoy a rerun of Breaking the Fourth Wall! Taking it back to our very first episode where it all began.Tim and Ashlee discuss female representation in the role of director in musicals on Broadway and in regional theatre. Where are we after last Tony Awards season and what changes are currently being made? Is it enough? Are we making progress and what we can do to advocate for the change we want to see?Visit our podcast website for a transcription of this episode and all previous episodes of...2019-11-1107 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"Waiting to See Themselves Represented"How do we make auditions more inclusive? What steps can casting directors, directors, choreographers, music directors, and producers (all of those at behind table) take to provide an environment that supports all people.Casting breakdowns:Utilize “person first” language in casting breakdownsIncorporating gender neutrality in casting breakdownsOpen calls and callbacks:Make sides and songs accessible for all Large print fontAudio recordings of sidesIn this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee Espinosa discuss how we can begin to advocate for a more inclusive and supportive environment at auditions with highl...2019-11-0421 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"We All Need a Little Help"What's the best way to deal with toxic, unhealthy, unsafe work situations within theatre? We've all been there. We all know it exists. Know what can we do about it? In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee Espinosa discuss how we can begin to advocate for a more positive and healthy work situation along with highlights of Broadway and regional theatre news from the week and a puzzler question for all of you musical theatre lovers out there. Visit our online homes:AshleeEspinosa.comTimEspinosa.comPodcast 2019-10-2821 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"The Thrill of Her"What’s the pathway to Broadway for shows featuring complex leading roles for women. Who bears the responsibility for promoting and producing these kinds of works? In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee Espinosa discuss how we can begin to advocate for shows being produced that feature stories of female identifying, transgender, and those other than the "conventional" story line along with highlights of Broadway and regional theatre news from the week and a puzzler question for all of you musical theatre lovers out there. Visit our online homes:AshleeEspinosa.co...2019-10-2122 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"Part of the Story We Tell"How do we define love between two characters in a musical? Let's start working to normalize all forms of love and relationships on stage. In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee Espinosa discuss how we can begin to advocate for relationships that represent all types of people along with highlights of Broadway and regional theatre news from the week and a puzzler question for all of you musical theatre lovers out there. Visit our online homes:AshleeEspinosa.comTimEspinosa.comPodcast Instagram:@ashleelynnespinosa@timespinosaofficial...2019-10-1423 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"Fight the Battle"What is a multi hyphenate artist? Is it possible to participate in multiple creative arena's within musical theatre? How do we invest equal time and energy into being a multi-hyphenate artist? In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee Espinosa discuss highlights of Broadway and regional theatre news from the week along with a puzzler question for all of you musical theatre lovers out there. Visit our online homes:AshleeEspinosa.comTimEspinosa.comPodcast Instagram:@ashleelynnespinosa@timespinosaofficialEmail us at: ashlee@AshleeEspinosa.com2019-10-0724 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"Wearing Our Heart on Our Sleeves"How can we create more opportunities for performers within the Deaf community and follow the path of companies like Deaf West? In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee discuss ways to promote greater representation for musical theatre performers within the Deaf community and those with abilities.Visit our online homes:AshleeEspinosa.comTimEspinosa.comPodcast Instagram:@ashleelynnespinosa@timespinosaofficialEmail us at: ashlee@AshleeEspinosa.com2019-09-3023 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"Nowhere to be Seen"In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee discuss ways to promote greater representation for musical theatre performers within the Latinx community. Are we making enough of an effort to create further opportunities for performers of color, especially those from Latinx culture? Are we making progress and what can we do to advocate for the change we want to see?Visit our online homes:AshleeEspinosa.comTimEspinosa.comPodcast Instagram:@ashleelynnespinosa@timespinosaofficialEmail us at: ashlee@AshleeEspinosa.com2019-09-2326 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"I Had No Idea"In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee discuss ways to promote greater representation for musical theatre performers within the Asian and Pacific Islander community. Are we making enough of an effort to create further opportunities for performers of color, especially Asian and Pacific Islander's? Are we making progress and what can we do to advocate for the change we want to see?Visit our online homes:AshleeEspinosa.comTimEspinosa.comPodcast Instagram:@ashleelynnespinosa@timespinosaofficialEmail us at: ashlee@AshleeEspinosa.com2019-09-1624 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"The Third Idea"In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee discuss ways to promote greater representation within a creative team for a musical. Are we making enough of a concerted effort to hire and recruit a more diverse pool of talented creative female artists and artists of color? Are we satisfied with the status quo of the creative teams we see in musical theatre? Are we making progress and what can we do to advocate for the change we want to see?Visit our online homes:AshleeEspinosa.comTimEspinosa.comPodcast ...2019-09-0926 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"Defining Success"In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee discuss what it means to be successful in musical theatre. Are we content as artists with the creative journey that we are all on? Do we only value success based on the amount of awards we receive our the depth of your resume? Are we making progress and what we can do to advocate for the change we want to see?Visit our online homes:AshleeEspinosa.comTimEspinosa.comPodcast Instagram:@ashleelynnespinosa@timespinosaofficialEmail us at: ashlee...2019-09-0221 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"Keep Climbing"In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee discuss non-traditional casting in classic and contemporary musicals both on Broadway and in regional theatre. As directors how can we step outside of traditional casting choices in order to support greater representation on stage? Is it enough? Are we making progress and what we can do to advocate for the change we want to see?Visit our online homes:AshleeEspinosa.comTimEspinosa.comPodcast Instagram:@ashleelynnespinosa@timespinosaofficialEmail us at: ashlee@AshleeEspinosa.com2019-08-2620 minBreaking the Fourth Wall"Failure of the Imagination"In this episode of Breaking the Fourth Wall, Tim and Ashlee discuss female representation in the role of director in musicals on Broadway and in regional theatre. Where are we after last Tony Awards season and what changes are currently being made? Is it enough? Are we making progress and what we can do to advocate for the change we want to see?Visit our online homes:AshleeEspinosa.comTimEspinosa.comPodcast Instagram:@ashleelynnespinosa@timespinosaofficialEmail us at: ashlee@AshleeEspinosa.com2019-08-1919 minBreaking the Fourth WallWelcome!Ashlee and Tim introduce their new podcast, Breaking the Fourth Wall. New episodes each week. Visit our online homes:AshleeEspinosa.comTimEspinosa.comPodcast Instagram:@ashleelynnespinosa@timespinosaofficial2019-08-1201 min