Shows
ABQ StagesCebollas w/ playwright Leonard MadridPlaywright Leonard Madrid stops by to give us the run down on his play Cebollas, being produced at the Santa Fe Playhouse. In this play, Leonard highlights Latin culture with comedy and family values. We also have a word with Santa Fe theatre critic Ivana B. Cruelle.Tix and Info at santafeplayhouse.orgCOMING ATTRACTIONS!!ABQ Theatre Info at abqtheatre.orgHosted, Produced and Engineered by Matthew Van WetteringCo-Hosted by Bridget DunneMusic by Joshua Van Wettering
2024-10-1838 minABQ StagesAnna Christie w/ actors Shannon Hayes and Rachel FosterAnna Christie is a tragically beautiful story of strength and resilience by the great, American playwright Eugene O'Neill. Shannon Hayes and Rachel Foster give insight to the story and tell how they approach this iconic character.Tix and Info at vortexabq.orgCOMING ATTRACTIONS!!CASTING CORNER!!ABQ Theatre Info at abqtheatre.orgHosted, Produced and Engineered by Matthew Van WetteringCo-Hosted by James CadyMusic by Joshua Van Wettering
2024-09-1531 minABQ StagesJesus Christ Superstar w/ actors Martin Chavez and Joliana DavidsonJesus Christ Superstar with music by Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber, lyrics by Tim Rice and directed by Brian Clifton is currently running at Albuquerque Little Theatre. Matin Chavez, playing Jesus, and Joliana Davidson, playing Judas, delicately skate over potentially controversial themes in an attempt to retell this biblical tale from a different point of view. Don't miss this show!Tix and info at albuquerquelittletheatre.orgCOMING ATTRACTIONS!!CASTING CORNER!!ABQ Theatre Info at abqtheatre.orgHosted, Produced and Engineered by Matthew Van WetteringCo-Hosted by Nicee Wagner...
2024-09-0138 minABQ StagesABQ Stages UPDATE!!! And more...We are still here! And we're working hard to bring you more!COMING ATTRACTIONS!!CASTING CORNER!!ABQ Theatre Info at abqtheatre.orgHosted, Produced and Engineered by Matthew Van WetteringMusic - Joshua Van Wettering
2024-08-1305 minABQ StagesTalley's Folly w/ director Brandon Price McDanielTalley's Folly, part two of Landford Wilson's trilolgy, is currently running at the Vortex Theatre. The director, Brandon McDaniel, is incredibly passionate about this about this story and it shows in the insights he gives. Check out this interview before you see the show!COMING ATTRACTIONS!!Tix and Info at vortexabq.orgABQ Theatre Info at abqtheatre.orgMore info from the ABQ Theatre Guild @ abqtheatre.orgHosted, Produced and Engineered by Matthew Van WetteringCo-Host - James CadyMusic - Joshua Van Wettering
2024-07-0932 minABQ StagesOl' Dirty Rio Grande Valley w/ director Stephen ArmijoBlackout Theatre is back with a neo-melodrama, written by Barney Lopez, entitled Ol' Dirty Rio Grande Valley. Stephen Armijo gives a teaser on how they put a new twist on a classic style. Playing at several venues around town, this is a show you won't want to miss.Tix and Info at blackouttheatre.comABQ Theatre Info at abqtheatre.orgCOMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNER!!More info from the ABQ Theatre Guild @ abqtheatre.orgHosted, Produced and Engineered by Matthew Van WetteringCo-Host - James CadyMusic...
2024-06-0842 minABQ StagesHead Over Heals w/ Assoc. Artistic Director and director Brian CliftonBrian Clifton, ALT Associate Artistic Director, is directing the latest production of Head Over Heals featuring music from the GoGo's. This production should be a romp of a good time and you won't want to miss it!Info at albuquerquelittletheatre.orgCOMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNER!!More info from the ABQ Theatre Guild @ abqtheatre.orgHosted, Produced and Engineered by Matthew Van WetteringCo-Host - James CadyMusic - Joshua Van Wettering
2024-05-2731 minABQ StagesHow I Learned to Drive w/ actors Stephanie Grilo and Drew GrovesHow I Learned to Drive is the 1998 Pulitzer Prize winning play written by Paula Vogel and is currently being produced by The Vortex Theatre. Under the guidance of Theresa Carson, a very talented cast lead us through a story with intense themes, some negative and some positive, to what could be an inspiring destination. Just because they're family doesn't always mean they have each other's "best interests" at heart. You'll have to be there to see and judge for yourself...Tix and Info at vortexabq.orgCOMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNER!!More info...
2024-05-1751 minABQ StagesBig Fat Mess of a Lady w/ playwright and actor Jen StephensonJen Stephenson is currently performing in her very own solo show entitled Big Fat Mess of a Lady. In this original piece Jen takes the audience through her very personal, life experiences and hardships. Don't forget your mask for this one... but if you do, not to worry, one will be provided. Tix and Info at theboxabq.comCOMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNER!!More info from the ABQ Theatre Guild @ abqtheatre.orgHosted, Produced and Engineered by Matthew Van WetteringCo-Host - James CadyMusic - Joshua Van Wettering
2024-04-2443 minABQ StagesHillary and Clinton w/ director Susan EricksonDirector Susan Erickson stops by to tell us all about Hillary and Clinton by Lucas Hnath. Stepping into an alternate reality where the characters are the same but the story is far from it. Hillary and Clinton is proudly presented by the Vortex Theatre and stars a number of local favorites.Tickets and info at vortexabq.orgCOMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNER!!More info from the ABQ Theatre Guild @ abqtheatre.orgHosted, Produced and Engineered by Matthew Van WetteringCo-Host - James CadyMusic - Joshua Van Wettering
2024-04-1145 minABQ StagesThe Art of Raising Anything w/ playwright John Dayton CernaThe latest original works being presented at the Vortex Theatre is John Dayton Cerna's The Art of Raising Anything. John introduces us to this play, tells us about past works, his process and the career that has brought him to this point in his life.Tickets and info at vortexabq.orgCOMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNER!!More info from the ABQ Theatre Guild @ abqtheatre.orgHosted, Produced and Engineered by Matthew Van WetteringCo-Host - James CadyMusic - Joshua Van Wettering
2024-01-3048 minABQ StagesSomething Rotten w/ producer, director and choreographer Devon FriederDevon Frieder is a multi-faceted performer, producer and director. She is, once again, bringing her talents to the ABQ with her latest production of Something Rotten over at Albuquerque Little Theatre. Raised in Santa Fe and coming to us via New York City this will definitely be a show everyone will enjoy. Ticket and info at albuquerquelittletheatre.orgCOMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNER!!More info from the ABQ Theatre Guild @ abqtheatre.orgHosted, Produced and Engineered by Matthew Van WetteringCo-Host - James CadyMusic - Joshua Van Wettering
2024-01-2334 minABQ StagesThe Mountaintop w/ director Jenelle BaptisteThe Mountaintop, by Katori Hall, is the latest production at The Adobe Theatre. Director Jenelle Baptiste fills us in on this powerful and partly fictional account of Dr. Martin Luther King's final night. Tickets and info for this show can be found at adobetheater.orgCOMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNER!!More info from the ABQ Theatre Guild @ abqtheatre.orgHosted, Produced and Engineered by Matthew Van WetteringCo-Host - James CadyMusic - Joshua Van Wettering
2024-01-1631 minABQ StagesDr. David Jones - Founder of The Vortex Theatre and Former UNM ProfessorDavid Jones has had a profound impact on the stages of the ABQ. David has done so much; a UNM professor who founded The Vortex Theatre, conceived the idea of what is now the NM Shakespeare festival and has directed at most theatre's in the ABQ that have come and gone. We all owe him a debt of gratitude for his accomplishments in and his contribution to the art of storytelling. On behalf of ABQ Stages- thank you David!COMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNER!!More info from the ABQ Theatre Guild @ abqtheatre.org...
2023-12-2057 minABQ StagesDr. Ray Orley- Co-Founder of the Albuquerque Theatre GuildRay is a life-long actor and the one who conceived the idea for the Albuquerque Theatre Guild. ATG is only one of the many things that Ray has done to promote the arts and theatre around the world. We are very fortunate to have had him in this great city for live theatre.COMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNER!!More info from the ABQ Theatre Guild @ abqtheatre.orgHosted, Produced and Engineered by Matthew Van WetteringCo-Host by James CadyMusic by Joshua Van Wettering
2023-12-1148 minABQ StagesThe WIckhams: Christmas at Pemberly w/ director and Vortex's Artistic Chairperson Leslee RichardsThe Vortex presents Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon's The Wickham's: Christmas at Pemberly. Directed by Leslee Richards this show is in conjunction with The Adobe Theatre's Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberly by the same authors. Leslee also takes the time to fill us in on the new Vortex season.More information at vortexabq.orgCOMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNER!!More info from the ABQ Theatre Guild @ abqtheatre.orgHosted, Produced and Engineered by Matthew Van WetteringCo-Host by James CadyMusic by Joshua Van Wettering
2023-11-221h 01ABQ StagesLove and Information w/ director Joe FeldmanOn this episode Joe Feldman fill us in on West End Productions new show Love and Information by Beth Kander. Joe gives us a peek into a play unlike anything he has directed before and the surprises it has brought him and the cast. More information and love at westendproduction.orgCOMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNER!!More info from the ABQ Theatre Guild @ abqtheatre.orgHosted, Produced and Engineered by Matthew Van WetteringCo-Host by James CadyMusic by Joshua Van Wettering
2023-11-0849 minABQ StagesHazardous Materials w/ directors Lauren and Taylor TrujilloThe Vortex's latest production of Hazardous Materials by Beth Kander is being directed by the sister team Lauren and Taylor Trujillo. Lauren and Taylor give us some insight on the play and background on how they came to the ABQ. Tix and info at vortexabq.org.COMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNER!!More info from the ABQ Theatre Guild @ abqtheatre.orgHosted, Produced and Engineered by Matthew Van WetteringCo-Host by James CadyMusic by Joshua Van Wettering
2023-10-3145 minABQ StagesCamelot w/ actors Zane Ivey and Brian WiseZane Ivey and Brian Wise, relatively new contributors to ABQ theatre, are kind enough to introduce us to Albuquerque Little Theatre's forthcoming production of a revamped Lerner and Loewes' Camelot! This new version, directed by Henry Avery, is sure to keep ABQ audiences entertained! Tix and info at albuquerquelittletheatre.org.COMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNER!!More info from the ABQ Theatre Guild @ abqtheatre.orgHosted, Produced and Engineered by Matthew Van WetteringCo-Host by James CadyMusic by Joshua Van Wettering
2023-10-2433 min
ABQ StagesGruesome Playground Injuries w/ director Stephanie GrilloActors' Studio 66 is producing Gruesome Playground Injuries by Rajiv Joseph at The Black Cat Cultural Center. Director Stephanie Grillo is tasked with steering this ship and she tells how she and her two-person cast have weathered this white squall of a script. Stephanie, a UNM grad, also teaches at UNM and CNM. Tix and Info at actorsstudio66.orgMore ABQ Theatre news and info at abqtheatre.orgCOMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNER!!!Host and Producer: Matthew Van WetteringCo-Host: James CadyMusic by: Joshua Van Wettering
2023-09-1657 min
ABQ StagesMr. Mallard's Magical Menagerie (A Sherlock Holmes Adventure) w/ director, producer, owner Cheri CostalesCheri Costales is the owner of Elite Dance and Theatre in Albuquerque. She produces and directs her own original works that incorporate dance and theatre out of the Elite Dance School. In this episode, Cheri tells us about how this labor of love began and how her ambitions, as well as others, have helped that vision to grow.COMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNER!!!!More info from and about ATG: abqtheatre.orgElite website: elitedancetheatre.comHere is a link to Elite's latest promo video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v...
2023-09-0843 minABQ StagesCalendar Girls w/ Adobe President and director Nancy SellinNancy Sellin stops by to fill us in on Tom Firth's Calendar Girls. Nancy is directing this show at The Adobe Theatre. As The Adobe's president she also gives us and exclusive on the next season!! Tickets and info at adobetheater.orgMore info about ABQ Theater Guild at abqtheater.orgCOMING ATTRACTOINS and CASTING CORNERProducer and Host - Matthew Van WetteringCo-Host - James CadyMusic by Joshua Van Wettering
2023-08-2341 minABQ StagesConstellations w/ director Levi GoreThe Vortex presents Constellations by Nick Payne and directed by Levi Gore. Levi shares his fascination and history with this play and his history in the theatre. Info and tickets at vortexabq.orgMore info from the ATG at abqtheatre.orgProducer and Host- Matthew Van WetteringCo-host: James CadyMusic: Joshua Van Wettering
2023-08-2338 minABQ StagesVicki Singer - President of Albuquerque Theatre GuildIn her second, nonconsecutive term as ATG's president Vicki Singer is leading the charge to promote and increase involvement with ABQ theatres. Vicki tells about the many programs that ATG offer's to the public and the theatres. For more information please log onto abqtheatre.org!COMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNER!!!Like us on facebook or email us at abqstagespodcast@gmail.com!!Music by Joshua Van Wettering
2023-08-0554 minABQ StagesHurricane Diane w/ director Bridget S. DunneThe Vortex present Hurricane Diane (Obie Award) by Madeleine George and directed by Bridget S. Dunne. Bridget shares what it is about this play and this group of actors that she loves so much. This award winning, contemporary play is sure to delight and enlighten. More info at vortexabq.orgMusic by Joshua Van Wettering
2023-07-1934 minABQ StagesMarry Me a Little w/ director Gloria GoodmanGloria Goodman tells us the goods about Adobe's latest production of Marry Me a Little with music by Steven Sondheim and created by Craig Lucas and Norman Rene. This musical review is composed entirely of songs by Sondheim and plays without a single piece of dialogue. Tickets and info at adobetheater.orgCOMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNERMusic by Joshua Van Wettering
2023-07-1131 minABQ Stages2023 NM Shakespeare Festival w/ Artistic Director Micah LinfordThe New Mexico Shakespeare Festival has become a staple of ABQ theatre. Artistic Director Micah Linford tells us about how it got started, what's happening now and where it's headed in the future. This year they present A Mid-Summer Night's Dream directed by Julia Thudium and The Comedy of Errors directed by Paul Ford. More info @ newmexicoshakespearefest.org COMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNER!!Music by Joshua Van Wettering
2023-06-1034 minABQ StagesGloria w/ director Dodie MontgomeryThe Black Cat Cultural Center and Actors' Studio 66 presents Gloria by Branden Jacob Jenkins directed by Dodie Montgomery. Dodie gives the run-down on this highly acclaimed play and tells us about her journey in the theatre.CASTING CORNER and COMING ATTRACTIONS!!Music by Joshua Van Wettering
2023-05-2638 minABQ StagesDrinking Habits w/ director Yannig MorinThe Adobe Theatre presents Drinking Habits by Tom Smith and directed by Yannig Morin. Yannig talks about this runaway farce and the great cast that is helping bring it to ABQ audiences. Info and tickets at adobetheater.org.CASTING CORNER and COMING ATTRACTIONS!!Music by Joshua Van Wettering
2023-05-2136 minABQ StagesBrainpeople w/ director Miguel MartinezThe Vortex presents Brainpeople by Jose Rivera and directed by Miguel Martinez. Miguel is a multi-faceted, ABQ talent who strives to bring our audiences something new and experiences they won't soon forget. Miguel tells about his long time appreciation for Jose Rivera's work, as well as others, and where he sees his own path leading in the theatre. More info at vortexabq.orgCOMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNER!!Music by Joshua Van Wettering
2023-05-1336 minABQ StagesABQ Native American Theatre Festival w/ Artistic Director Kim Delfina GleasonKim Delfina Gleason, artistic director and promoter for Two Worlds, stops by to talk about the first annual ABQ Native American Theatre Festival. More info at...Website: https://twoworldsnm.org (Donations through Paypal)Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TwoWorldsNMInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/twoworlds_nm/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAec6wONgwmGaE2pq8-ndLgCOMING ATTRACTIONS!!Music by Joshua Van Wettering Sound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.com
2023-05-0538 minABQ StagesBard Crawl w/ Artistic Director and actor Amelia AmpueroDuke City Repertory Theatre presents A Midsummer Night's Dream for this season's Bard Crawl. DCRT Artistic Director, Amelia Ampuero, talks about this unique production and how it reaches atypical audiences in a relaxed environment. Amelia also tells us about the history of DCRT and their mission to serve ABQ audiences.COMING ATTRACTIONS!!!Music by Joshua Van WetteringSound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.com
2023-04-2350 minABQ StagesThe Revolutionists w/ actors Stacy Hasslebacher and Nicee Brown WagnerThe Adobe Theatre presents the Revolutionists by Lauren Gunderson and directed by Georgia Athearn. We got a chance to talk to two of the females from this ensemble production. Tickets and info at adobetheatre.org. COMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNER!!!Music by Joshua Van Wettering
2023-04-1232 minABQ StagesDonna Marie Barra - Stage Manager ExtraordinaireDonna Marie Barra has been a Stage Manager for theatre's across the ABQ. She tells us about how she came to be and what it takes to be a great stage manager. Plus CASTING CORNER and COMING ATTRACTIONS!!Music by Joshua Van WetteringSound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.com
2023-04-0639 minABQ StagesThe Drawer Boy w/ director Marc ComstockMarc Comstock tells us about The Drawer Boy at Actors Studio 66. Tickets and info at actorsstudio66.org. COMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNER!!
2023-03-2334 minABQ StagesThe Yellow Boat w/ actors Colyn Morris and Jesse LiesveldThe Vortex presents The Yellow Boat and we sat down with Colyn Morris and Jesse Liesveld to talk about this powerful and endearing, directed by Ray Rey Griego. A few Shakespeare shenanigans, COMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNER!!
2023-03-1731 minABQ StagesThe Baby Monitor w/ actor Laura GómezFilm and Television's Laura Gómez is in Santa Fe working on The Baby Monitor by David Stallings, currently running at the Santa Fe Playhouse. Laura tells us about the show and herself in this inspiring interview. Tickets and info at santafeplayhouse.org. Also check out COMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNER!!
2023-03-1030 minABQ StagesCabaret w/ director Theresa A. CarsonJim and Matthew interview, ABQ newcomer, Theresa A. Carson about Cabaret- the latest production from Musical Theatre Southwest. Theresa heads up a phenomenal cast and design team that is sure to put on a terrific show. Info and tickets at mtsabq.org. We remember Arthur Alpert. COMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNER!!
2023-03-0637 minABQ StagesInherit the Wind w/ director James Cady and actors Phil Shortell and Paul FordJames Cady, Phil Shortell and Paul Ford get together and discuss the Inherit the Wind presented by The Adobe Theatre. Show info at adobetheater.org. We remember Marty Epstein. COMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNER.
2023-02-2839 minABQ StagesThe Show w/ improvisors Alex Knight and Nan KossarAlex Knight and Nan Kossar talk IMPROV! With shows to see down at The Box and classes that are available to the whole community. Plus COMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNER!
2023-02-0639 minABQ StagesCopenhagen w/ director Matt HeathMatt Heath discusses the endeavor he is taking, with Actors' Studio 66 and his cast, into the alternate realms of Michael Frayn's Copenhagen. Plus, CASTING CORNER & COMING ATTRACTIONS!!!
2023-01-2429 minABQ StagesFusion Theatre at the Cell w/ Executive Director Dennis GromelskiDennis Gromelski, a staple of Albuquerque theatre and arts, tells us how he got his start and how his passion motivated him to help start the longest running professional theatre in New Mexico. It doesn't stop there though, Dennis is also a huge advocate for the arts and the cultural enrichment of our city. More info at fusionnm.org.
2023-01-1450 minABQ StagesThe Dinner Party w/ director Lewis HauserLewis Hauser brings his positivity to ABQ Stages and tell us why The Dinner Party is his favorite Neil Simon play. Lewis also talks about his life-long passion for the theatre and all the experience he brings to directing on our stages.
2023-01-1423 minABQ StagesLava w/ director Kendra RickertKendra Rickert discusses some of the things she loves about the play Lava by James Fritz. Kendra also tells us about her training and experience around the country and how it has brought her back to ABQ.
2023-01-0930 minABQ StagesCarolyn Meyer (Author and Playwright)Carolyn Meyer, Author and Playwright from the ABQ, tells us about how her skills as a novelist have helped her create and perform her own original shows. Plus, Carolyn's ongoing tour with The Moth.
2023-01-0546 minABQ StagesThe Dresser w/ Artistic Director Colleen Neary McClureColleen Neary McClure tells us about Westend Productions' mission, direction and their forthcoming production of Ronald Harwood's The Dresser.
2022-12-2624 minABQ StagesDeathtrap w/ director Henry AveryHenry fills us in on the current show Deathtrap, the current season at Albuquerque Little Theatre and he also tells a little about his rich history of working in theatre. COMING ATTRACTIONS and Casting Corner!
2022-11-1032 minABQ StagesBlood Knot w/ director James Cady and actors Marcus Ivey and Matthew Van WetteringJames Cady, Marcus Ivey and Matthew Van Wettering discuss Athol Fugard's play Blood Knot and the journey they've had working with this play, so far.
2022-10-1941 minABQ StagesOpinionated Sl*t w/ Elizabeth Dwyer, Amelia Ampuero and Danielle RobertsonThree members of Duke City Rep talk about their upcoming, original play Opinionated Sl*t. A one person show that explores what intimate partner abuse really is. COMING ATTRACTIONS and CASTING CORNER!
2022-09-2446 minABQ StagesThe Belle of Amherst w/ actor Ronda LewisCheck out this amazing interview with Ronda Lewis where she talk about her one-person show The Belle of Amherst. AND COMING ATTRACTIONS!!
2022-09-2024 minABQ StagesAlmost, Maine w/ director and producer Mel SussmanMel Sussman gives us all the "deets" on everything going down in Rio Rancho. He tells about the current show (Almost, Maine) and the long road of trying to start a theater in the midst of the pandemic. COMING ATTRACTIONS!!
2022-08-3145 minABQ StagesFable Factory - w/ director Paul FordAn interview with actor, director, producer and former UNM professor Paul Ford. As always COMING ATTRACTIONS!!
2022-08-2237 minABQ StagesSeussical the Musical Jr. - w/ co-directors Doug Montoya and Kristin BergInterview with Doug Montoya and Kristin Berg about the Cardboard Playhouse and the Box.As always COMING ATTRACTIONS...
2022-08-1142 minABQ StagesThe Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) - w/ director Ryan Jason CookAn interview with Ryan Jason Cook, ABQ Coming Attractions and Casting Corner!
2022-08-0627 min
ABQ StagesThe Women of Lockerbie - w/ Director Pete ParkinInterview with director Pete Parkin, Coming Attractions and Casting Corner.
2022-07-2935 min
ABQ StagesNM Shakespeare Festival - w/ Julia Thudium and Debi KierstJulia Thudium (As You Like It) and Debi Kierst (King Lear) join us to talk the New Mexico Shakespeare Festival. All episodes include Coming Attractions and Casting Corner.
2022-07-2851 min