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Theatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 4 - ”I Don't Care" by Joe SwensonToday we continue our Mini Shenanigans series with the piece "I Don't Care" (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/3140968/i-dont-care) written by Theatrical Shenanigans regular Joe Swenson (https://newplayexchange.org/users/67940/joe-swenson & https://brokenartsentertainment.com/)
Joe's previous performances on Theatrical Shenanigans can be found here:
Voice Actor - https://theatricalshenanigans.podbean.com/e/episode-10-a-coversation-about-mom-jonathan-cook/
Panellist - https://theatricalshenanigans.podbean.com/e/the-panel-presents-episode-7-jan-joe-rachel-and-tony/
Voice Actor - https://theatricalshenanigans.podbean.com/e/mini-shenanigans-episode-11-goodnight-jimmy-by-darrin-ingram/
Guest - https://theatricalshenanigans.podbean.com/e/s03-e04-episode-4-conflictresolution-joe-swenson/
Sy...2025-06-2910 minTheatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 4 - ”I Don't Care" by Joe SwensonToday we continue our Mini Shenanigans series with the piece "I Don't Care" (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/3140968/i-dont-care) written by Theatrical Shenanigans regular Joe Swenson (https://newplayexchange.org/users/67940/joe-swenson & https://brokenartsentertainment.com/)
Joe's previous performances on Theatrical Shenanigans can be found here:
Voice Actor - https://theatricalshenanigans.podbean.com/e/episode-10-a-coversation-about-mom-jonathan-cook/
Panellist - https://theatricalshenanigans.podbean.com/e/the-panel-presents-episode-7-jan-joe-rachel-and-tony/
Voice Actor - https://theatricalshenanigans.podbean.com/e/mini-shenanigans-episode-11-goodnight-jimmy-by-darrin-ingram/
Guest - https://theatricalshenanigans.podbean.com/e/s03-e04-episode-4-conflictresolution-joe-swenson/
Sy...2025-06-2910 min
Theatrical ShenanigansTheatrical Shenanigans Father's Day SpecialHello there and welcome to our first Father's Day Special here on Theatrical Shenanigans. For this episode I have with me three other wonderful playwrights with works that celebrate fathers and fatherhood.
Our four plays and playwrights are:
1) "Buried Treasure" (https://newplayexchange.org/script/2045939/buried-treasure) by George Sapio (https://newplayexchange.org/users/785/george-sapio & https://gsapio.wixsite.com/gsapio)
Cast:
Ranger - Karim Kronfli (https://www.dramaticvoice.co.uk/)
Carol - Perdita Lawton (www.perditalawton.com)
2) "Lets Dance" (https://newplayexchange.org...2025-06-151h 29Theatrical ShenanigansTheatrical Shenanigans Father's Day SpecialHello there and welcome to our first Father's Day Special here on Theatrical Shenanigans. For this episode I have with me three other wonderful playwrights with works that celebrate fathers and fatherhood.
Our four plays and playwrights are:
1) "Buried Treasure" (https://newplayexchange.org/script/2045939/buried-treasure) by George Sapio (https://newplayexchange.org/users/785/george-sapio & https://gsapio.wixsite.com/gsapio)
Cast:
Ranger - Karim Kronfli (https://www.dramaticvoice.co.uk/)
Carol - Perdita Lawton (www.perditalawton.com)
2) "Lets Dance" (https://newplayexchange.org...2025-06-151h 29
Theatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 1 - ”All My Love, T.L.C" by Rachel Feeny-WilliamsHello and welcome to a shiny new series of Mini Shenanigans. We have 12 new episodes for you running every Sunday from now until 24th August so I hope you enjoy them. We start this series with a thrilling play "All My Love, T.L.C" (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/3143926/all-my-love-tlc) and it was written by me (https://www.rfwscripts.co.uk/)
Synopsis - CONTENT WARNING - DARK SUBJECT MATTER
Charlie finds himself in a bar responding to a love letter from a T.L.C. Maybe the barmaid can help him figure out th...2025-06-0814 minTheatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 1 - ”All My Love, T.L.C" by Rachel Feeny-WilliamsHello and welcome to a shiny new series of Mini Shenanigans. We have 12 new episodes for you running every Sunday from now until 24th August so I hope you enjoy them. We start this series with a thrilling play "All My Love, T.L.C" (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/3143926/all-my-love-tlc) and it was written by me (https://www.rfwscripts.co.uk/)
Synopsis - CONTENT WARNING - DARK SUBJECT MATTER
Charlie finds himself in a bar responding to a love letter from a T.L.C. Maybe the barmaid can help him figure out th...2025-06-0814 min
Theatrical ShenanigansTheatrical Shenanigans Play A Day Special - Day 28 - "Jacquie Floyd Sent Me" By Rachel Feeny-WilliamsWelcome to the biggest project we've ever run on Theatrical Shenanigans!
In support of the 'Facing February' playwriting challenge (https://www.facebook.com/groups/417549604186094) run by the fabulous Debra A. Cole (https://debraacolescripts.com/), we here at Theatrical Shenanigans will be entertaining you with a different play EVERY DAY through February.
Well here we are at the last day of our play a day special with another play written by me (https://www.rfwscripts.co.uk/) this one entitled "Jacquie Floyd Sent Me" (https://newplayexchange.org/script/2792046/jacquie-floyd-sent-me)
S...2025-02-2817 minTheatrical ShenanigansTheatrical Shenanigans Play A Day Special - Day 28 - "Jacquie Floyd Sent Me" By Rachel Feeny-WilliamsWelcome to the biggest project we've ever run on Theatrical Shenanigans!
In support of the 'Facing February' playwriting challenge (https://www.facebook.com/groups/417549604186094) run by the fabulous Debra A. Cole (https://debraacolescripts.com/), we here at Theatrical Shenanigans will be entertaining you with a different play EVERY DAY through February.
Well here we are at the last day of our play a day special with another play written by me (https://www.rfwscripts.co.uk/) this one entitled "Jacquie Floyd Sent Me" (https://newplayexchange.org/script/2792046/jacquie-floyd-sent-me)
S...2025-02-2817 min
Theatrical ShenanigansTheatrical Shenanigans Play A Day Special - Day 27 - "Put Things Down" by Marj O'Neill-ButlerWelcome to the biggest project we've ever run on Theatrical Shenanigans!
In support of the 'Facing February' playwriting challenge (https://www.facebook.com/groups/417549604186094) run by the fabulous Debra A. Cole (https://debraacolescripts.com/), we here at Theatrical Shenanigans will be entertaining you with a different play EVERY DAY through February.
Our penultimate play is entitled "Put Things Down" (https://newplayexchange.org/script/2028150/put-things-down-a-10-minute-play) and is written by Florida based playwright Marj O'Neill-Butler (https://newplayexchange.org/users/2803/marj-oneill-butler) who was also the playwright of "Birthrights and Wrongs" which featured in our 2nd season (https...2025-02-2708 minTheatrical ShenanigansTheatrical Shenanigans Play A Day Special - Day 27 - "Put Things Down" by Marj O'Neill-ButlerWelcome to the biggest project we've ever run on Theatrical Shenanigans!
In support of the 'Facing February' playwriting challenge (https://www.facebook.com/groups/417549604186094) run by the fabulous Debra A. Cole (https://debraacolescripts.com/), we here at Theatrical Shenanigans will be entertaining you with a different play EVERY DAY through February.
Our penultimate play is entitled "Put Things Down" (https://newplayexchange.org/script/2028150/put-things-down-a-10-minute-play) and is written by Florida based playwright Marj O'Neill-Butler (https://newplayexchange.org/users/2803/marj-oneill-butler) who was also the playwright of "Birthrights and Wrongs" which featured in our 2nd season (https...2025-02-2708 min
Theatrical ShenanigansTheatrical Shenanigans Play A Day Special - Day 1 - "Alone" by Rachel Feeny-WilliamsWelcome to the biggest project we've ever run on Theatrical Shenanigans!
In support of the 'Facing February' playwriting challenge (https://www.facebook.com/groups/417549604186094) run by the fabulous Debra A. Cole (https://debraacolescripts.com/), we here at Theatrical Shenanigans will be entertaining you with a different play EVERY DAY through February.
Our first play is entitled "Alone" and is written by me (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/1908477/alone)
Synopsis:
George has been living in a shack in a frozen wasteland for twelve years. But when a stra...2025-02-0110 minTheatrical ShenanigansTheatrical Shenanigans Play A Day Special - Day 1 - "Alone" by Rachel Feeny-WilliamsWelcome to the biggest project we've ever run on Theatrical Shenanigans!
In support of the 'Facing February' playwriting challenge (https://www.facebook.com/groups/417549604186094) run by the fabulous Debra A. Cole (https://debraacolescripts.com/), we here at Theatrical Shenanigans will be entertaining you with a different play EVERY DAY through February.
Our first play is entitled "Alone" and is written by me (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/1908477/alone)
Synopsis:
George has been living in a shack in a frozen wasteland for twelve years. But when a stra...2025-02-0110 min
Theatrical ShenanigansTwo Year Anniversary Special!Welcome to 2025 and the Theatrical Shenanigans One year Anniversary Special! For this hour long special you will hear thirteen plays written by playwrights, actors and guests who appeared on the show during 2024 as well as some lovely kind messages from them.
The Plays:
1) "Caged" by Rachel Feeny-Williams (https://newplayexchange.org/script/2031921/caged)
Laura - Zoe Barke (https://www.linkedin.com/in/zoe-barke-voice-actor-voiceover-06b003273/?originalSubdomain=uk)
Mike - AJ Deane (https://www.andrewjamesdeane.co.uk/)
Jackie - Andrea Richardson (https://www.mandy.com/uk/voice-artist/andrea-richardson-1)...2025-01-011h 17Theatrical ShenanigansTwo Year Anniversary Special!Welcome to 2025 and the Theatrical Shenanigans One year Anniversary Special! For this hour long special you will hear thirteen plays written by playwrights, actors and guests who appeared on the show during 2024 as well as some lovely kind messages from them.
The Plays:
1) "Caged" by Rachel Feeny-Williams (https://newplayexchange.org/script/2031921/caged)
Laura - Zoe Barke (https://www.linkedin.com/in/zoe-barke-voice-actor-voiceover-06b003273/?originalSubdomain=uk)
Mike - AJ Deane (https://www.andrewjamesdeane.co.uk/)
Jackie - Andrea Richardson (https://www.mandy.com/uk/voice-artist/andrea-richardson-1)...2025-01-011h 17
Theatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 12 - "Confess" by Rachel Feeny-WilliamsHello there and welcome to the final episode of the third series of Mini Shenanigans. The play for this final episode is "Confess" written by me (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/1718530/confess)
Synopsis:
Their father's brand new sports car with a broken window. Will Danny and Katie manage to hold it together, or will they turn on each other?
Cast:
Danny - Raphael Key
Katie - Amy Wilson
Mum - Andrea Richardson - (https://www.mandy.com/uk/voice-artist/andrea-richardson-1)
Dad - Andy Duncan...2024-11-0306 minTheatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 12 - "Confess" by Rachel Feeny-WilliamsHello there and welcome to the final episode of the third series of Mini Shenanigans. The play for this final episode is "Confess" written by me (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/1718530/confess)
Synopsis:
Their father's brand new sports car with a broken window. Will Danny and Katie manage to hold it together, or will they turn on each other?
Cast:
Danny - Raphael Key
Katie - Amy Wilson
Mum - Andrea Richardson - (https://www.mandy.com/uk/voice-artist/andrea-richardson-1)
Dad - Andy Duncan...2024-11-0306 min
Theatrical ShenanigansTheatrical Shenanigans Special - ”Faith, Trust &...” - Episode 4Welcome to the very last episode in this Theatrical Shenanigans Special of "Faith, Trust &...", a film noir piece by Rachel Feeny-Williams. (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/2153099/faith-trust-and)
Detective JM Barry has been slowly but surely getting to what he believes to be the truth behind the mysterious pink powder that was placed on his desk by Wendy Darling, along with a note threatening her life. However, as the powder has now taken one life and landed Wendy in hospital time is running out for Detective Barry to get to the truth before this powerful substance can c...2024-08-1530 minTheatrical ShenanigansTheatrical Shenanigans Special - ”Faith, Trust &...” - Episode 4Welcome to the very last episode in this Theatrical Shenanigans Special of "Faith, Trust &...", a film noir piece by Rachel Feeny-Williams. (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/2153099/faith-trust-and)
Detective JM Barry has been slowly but surely getting to what he believes to be the truth behind the mysterious pink powder that was placed on his desk by Wendy Darling, along with a note threatening her life. However, as the powder has now taken one life and landed Wendy in hospital time is running out for Detective Barry to get to the truth before this powerful substance can c...2024-08-1530 min
Theatrical ShenanigansTheatrical Shenanigans Special - ”Faith, Trust &...” - Episode 3Welcome to the very last episode in this Theatrical Shenanigans Special of "Faith, Trust &...", a film noir piece by Rachel Feeny-Williams. (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/2153099/faith-trust-and)
So far in our story we know that private investigator Detective J.M. Barry is investigating a threat recieved by Wendy Darling, who he hasn't seen in years, as well as some mysterious pink powder, which he's discovered to be the cause of the death of nightclub owner Mr Sammy Smee. Originally thinking Mr Smee's death was linked to his gambling debts, Detective Barry has now discovered its not s...2024-08-1420 minTheatrical ShenanigansTheatrical Shenanigans Special - ”Faith, Trust &...” - Episode 3Welcome to the very last episode in this Theatrical Shenanigans Special of "Faith, Trust &...", a film noir piece by Rachel Feeny-Williams. (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/2153099/faith-trust-and)
So far in our story we know that private investigator Detective J.M. Barry is investigating a threat recieved by Wendy Darling, who he hasn't seen in years, as well as some mysterious pink powder, which he's discovered to be the cause of the death of nightclub owner Mr Sammy Smee. Originally thinking Mr Smee's death was linked to his gambling debts, Detective Barry has now discovered its not s...2024-08-1420 min
Theatrical ShenanigansTheatrical Shenanigans Special - ”Faith, Trust &...” - Episode 2Welcome to another Theatrical Shenanigans Special to end Season 3! In this episode we continue the story of "Faith, Trust &...", a film noir piece by Rachel Feeny-Williams. (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/2153099/faith-trust-and)
For a quick reminder of the story so far, the play is set in the dark and dangerous city of Neverland, where Private Investigator Dt. JM Barry has been approached by Wendy Darling, a woman he's not seen in years, with a threatening note and some pink powder. As his investigation proceeds, he discovers this mystery goes further than he first thought, and now is linked...2024-08-1321 minTheatrical ShenanigansTheatrical Shenanigans Special - ”Faith, Trust &...” - Episode 2Welcome to another Theatrical Shenanigans Special to end Season 3! In this episode we continue the story of "Faith, Trust &...", a film noir piece by Rachel Feeny-Williams. (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/2153099/faith-trust-and)
For a quick reminder of the story so far, the play is set in the dark and dangerous city of Neverland, where Private Investigator Dt. JM Barry has been approached by Wendy Darling, a woman he's not seen in years, with a threatening note and some pink powder. As his investigation proceeds, he discovers this mystery goes further than he first thought, and now is linked...2024-08-1321 min
Theatrical ShenanigansTheatrical Shenanigans Special - ”Faith, Trust &...” - Episode 1Welcome to another Theatrical Shenanigans Special to end Season 3! Over the next four episodes you will be hearing the play "Faith, Trust &...", a film noir piece by Rachel Feeny-Williams. (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/2153099/faith-trust-and)
The city of Neverland has always been one of depravity, corruption and violence, but now Dt. JM Barry (P.I) has been approached by a woman from his past to look into some rather sinister undertakings.
Cast:
Dt. JM Barry - Darrin Ingram (https://www.darrin-ingram.com/)
Tiger Lilly - Jacquelyn Priskorn (www.jacquiefloyd.com)
...2024-08-1233 minTheatrical ShenanigansTheatrical Shenanigans Special - ”Faith, Trust &...” - Episode 1Welcome to another Theatrical Shenanigans Special to end Season 3! Over the next four episodes you will be hearing the play "Faith, Trust &...", a film noir piece by Rachel Feeny-Williams. (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/2153099/faith-trust-and)
The city of Neverland has always been one of depravity, corruption and violence, but now Dt. JM Barry (P.I) has been approached by a woman from his past to look into some rather sinister undertakings.
Cast:
Dt. JM Barry - Darrin Ingram (https://www.darrin-ingram.com/)
Tiger Lilly - Jacquelyn Priskorn (www.jacquiefloyd.com)
...2024-08-1233 min
Theatrical ShenanigansS03 E06 - Episode 6 - "The Book Tour" & Mitch McFarlandHello once again and welcome to another episode of Theatrical Shenanigans as we move past the half way point. This week we have a piece entitled "The Book Tour" written by Massachusetts actor, writer and director Bruce Deveau, who was encouraged to submit to Theatrical Shenanigans by previously produced playwright Jack Rushton. ‘The Book Tour’ began as an idea about what it might be like to be a touring musician—the pitfalls, consequences, and hopefully redemption.
Cast:
Nigel Finger - Jeff Tullin (https://twitter.com/Jeff_Tullin)
Beverly Cleveland - Dana Hall (DanaHallCreates.com)2024-06-1626 minTheatrical ShenanigansS03 E06 - Episode 6 - "The Book Tour" & Mitch McFarlandHello once again and welcome to another episode of Theatrical Shenanigans as we move past the half way point. This week we have a piece entitled "The Book Tour" written by Massachusetts actor, writer and director Bruce Deveau, who was encouraged to submit to Theatrical Shenanigans by previously produced playwright Jack Rushton. ‘The Book Tour’ began as an idea about what it might be like to be a touring musician—the pitfalls, consequences, and hopefully redemption.
Cast:
Nigel Finger - Jeff Tullin (https://twitter.com/Jeff_Tullin)
Beverly Cleveland - Dana Hall (DanaHallCreates.com)2024-06-1626 min
Theatrical ShenanigansTheatrical Shenanigans Presents - "Person"In a world of anger and hate, 45 creatives from around the globe have assembled to remind people that we are all (underneath it all) just people by reading a monologue entitled "Person".
Performers:
Dana Hall (https://www.danahallcreates.com/)
Tony Vale (https://newplayexchange.org/users/62905/tony-vale)
Kathy Li (http://www.kathyliaudio.com)
Scott Sickles (http://www.scottcsickles.com/)
Nora Louise Syran (http://www.noralouisesyran.com)
Cole Hunter Dzubak (https://www.colehunterdzubak.com/)
Zev Johnston (https://www.facebook.com/zevj.dehalevi)
Kim...2024-06-0507 minTheatrical ShenanigansTheatrical Shenanigans Presents - "Person"In a world of anger and hate, 45 creatives from around the globe have assembled to remind people that we are all (underneath it all) just people by reading a monologue entitled "Person".
Performers:
Dana Hall (https://www.danahallcreates.com/)
Tony Vale (https://newplayexchange.org/users/62905/tony-vale)
Kathy Li (http://www.kathyliaudio.com)
Scott Sickles (http://www.scottcsickles.com/)
Nora Louise Syran (http://www.noralouisesyran.com)
Cole Hunter Dzubak (https://www.colehunterdzubak.com/)
Zev Johnston (https://www.facebook.com/zevj.dehalevi)
Kim...2024-06-0507 min
Theatrical ShenanigansS03 E05 - Episode 5 - "Tins" & Ashley Lauren RogersHello there and welcome, once again, to Theatrical Shenanigans as we reach the half way point of this third season. For todays episode we have the great privilege of producing the first script of UK based playwright, Pauline Watts who only recently started playwriting as the result of attending a script/playwriting class in Kingston-Upon-Thames, UK.
Her play "Tins" is based on a true story about a husband who wanted to inform the congregation at his wife’s funeral that she had stopped him fulfilling his true potential. In "Tins" we meet four sisters who find something out...2024-06-0241 minTheatrical ShenanigansS03 E05 - Episode 5 - "Tins" & Ashley Lauren RogersHello there and welcome, once again, to Theatrical Shenanigans as we reach the half way point of this third season. For todays episode we have the great privilege of producing the first script of UK based playwright, Pauline Watts who only recently started playwriting as the result of attending a script/playwriting class in Kingston-Upon-Thames, UK.
Her play "Tins" is based on a true story about a husband who wanted to inform the congregation at his wife’s funeral that she had stopped him fulfilling his true potential. In "Tins" we meet four sisters who find something out...2024-06-0241 min
Theatrical ShenanigansThe Panel Presents - Episode 12 - Anniversary Special! - George, Dana, Bob and DebGreetings and welcome to a special episode of 'The Panel Presents' because it is our 12th episode! We've had a years worth of panellists come and chat about all things theatrical so for this show I thought I'd bring back the original four who started it all.
My four panellists this week are:
Dana Hall (https://www.danahallcreates.com/ & https://newplayexchange.org/users/58758/dana-hall)
George Sapio (https://newplayexchange.org/users/785/george-sapio, https://onstageoffstage.podbean.com/ & https://gsapio.wixsite.com/gsapio)
Debra A. Cole (https://debraacolescripts.com...2024-06-011h 28Theatrical ShenanigansThe Panel Presents - Episode 12 - Anniversary Special! - George, Dana, Bob and DebGreetings and welcome to a special episode of 'The Panel Presents' because it is our 12th episode! We've had a years worth of panellists come and chat about all things theatrical so for this show I thought I'd bring back the original four who started it all.
My four panellists this week are:
Dana Hall (https://www.danahallcreates.com/ & https://newplayexchange.org/users/58758/dana-hall)
George Sapio (https://newplayexchange.org/users/785/george-sapio, https://onstageoffstage.podbean.com/ & https://gsapio.wixsite.com/gsapio)
Debra A. Cole (https://debraacolescripts.com...2024-06-011h 28
Theatrical ShenanigansS03 E04 - Episode 4 - ”Conflict/Resolution” & Joe SwensonWelcome to another episode of Theatrical Shenanigans as we are almost at the half way point of this Season. For this episode, we will be listening to an intrieguind play entitled "Conflict/Resolution" (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/14666/conflictresolution) by Evan Baughfman (https://newplayexchange.org/users/1708/evan-baughfman & https://www.amazon.com/stores/Evan-Baughfman/author/B08BSQZ2X6?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true) who is a middle school teacher as well as a playwright who has had various written works published and/or performed. He also write horror fiction and has had several of those works published.
I...2024-05-1931 minTheatrical ShenanigansS03 E04 - Episode 4 - ”Conflict/Resolution” & Joe SwensonWelcome to another episode of Theatrical Shenanigans as we are almost at the half way point of this Season. For this episode, we will be listening to an intrieguind play entitled "Conflict/Resolution" (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/14666/conflictresolution) by Evan Baughfman (https://newplayexchange.org/users/1708/evan-baughfman & https://www.amazon.com/stores/Evan-Baughfman/author/B08BSQZ2X6?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true) who is a middle school teacher as well as a playwright who has had various written works published and/or performed. He also write horror fiction and has had several of those works published.
I...2024-05-1931 min
Theatrical ShenanigansS03 E03 - Episode 3 - "In Fact, It's a Gas" & Rebecca FrewWelcome to our third episode in this third season of Theatrical Shenanigans. This week we are featuring a playwright from my side of the pond in the UK.
Judy Upton is an award winning playwright and novelist with her latest mystery novel “Brownlow Checks In: it takes a dog to catch a cat burglar” recently been published by Hobart Books and is available on amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Brownlow-Checks-takes-burglar-Mystery/dp/1914322185/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.xjxZKRs-2aDIAL6T0qHK_PZe2jj66CGzTO4V-fKRjqMJI6BWXaJiio-gcmb3yE9u_qVt8AXSKqTlmODHdJC_NuRD9_RLKkVnbqTQLIvNu9PtWJ_gI-EoNjU-EQghKoRpXbCmZoPCDrkHdv-WQ6QMtSzAz0ir2acC003XZbd...2024-05-0527 minTheatrical ShenanigansS03 E03 - Episode 3 - "In Fact, It's a Gas" & Rebecca FrewWelcome to our third episode in this third season of Theatrical Shenanigans. This week we are featuring a playwright from my side of the pond in the UK.
Judy Upton is an award winning playwright and novelist with her latest mystery novel “Brownlow Checks In: it takes a dog to catch a cat burglar” recently been published by Hobart Books and is available on amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Brownlow-Checks-takes-burglar-Mystery/dp/1914322185/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.xjxZKRs-2aDIAL6T0qHK_PZe2jj66CGzTO4V-fKRjqMJI6BWXaJiio-gcmb3yE9u_qVt8AXSKqTlmODHdJC_NuRD9_RLKkVnbqTQLIvNu9PtWJ_gI-EoNjU-EQghKoRpXbCmZoPCDrkHdv-WQ6QMtSzAz0ir2acC003XZbd...2024-05-0527 min
Theatrical ShenanigansThe Panel Presents - Episode 11 - AJ, Perdita, Daniel & VivikaHello there and welcome to our May instalment of "The Panel Presents", where I, as your host am joined by four fabulous panellists to discuss all things theatrical on this Star Wars Day!
Our panellists for this episode are:
AJ Deane - https://www.andrewjamesdeane.co.uk/
Perdita Lawton - https://perditalawton.com/
Daniel Prillaman - https://www.danielprillaman.com/?fbclid=IwAR0G4OTl8RCod5MEr2F_uqQohqE65iuWIneBGiEb085u9e42I11iKO89IpU_aem_AZs_JKogR_lC1KniLFSQw8GAqr-REFTykoBk_gMCVGtvJLf3t-RdEFIRVdqGGlTOS7WLjwPhy9RmofQuzdiCXaYc
Vivika Widow - ht...2024-05-041h 03Theatrical ShenanigansThe Panel Presents - Episode 11 - AJ, Perdita, Daniel & VivikaHello there and welcome to our May instalment of "The Panel Presents", where I, as your host am joined by four fabulous panellists to discuss all things theatrical on this Star Wars Day!
Our panellists for this episode are:
AJ Deane - https://www.andrewjamesdeane.co.uk/
Perdita Lawton - https://perditalawton.com/
Daniel Prillaman - https://www.danielprillaman.com/?fbclid=IwAR0G4OTl8RCod5MEr2F_uqQohqE65iuWIneBGiEb085u9e42I11iKO89IpU_aem_AZs_JKogR_lC1KniLFSQw8GAqr-REFTykoBk_gMCVGtvJLf3t-RdEFIRVdqGGlTOS7WLjwPhy9RmofQuzdiCXaYc
Vivika Widow - ht...2024-05-041h 03
Theatrical ShenanigansS03 E02 - Episode 2 - ”The Wait” & Tony TarganWelcome to our second episode of this third Season of Theatrical Shenanigans. For this episode we have a wonderfully funny play entitled "The Wait" by Stuart Brown (https://newplayexchange.org/users/19321/stuart-brown & https://twitter.com/stuonbroadway) and I have a chat with the Tony Targan, who has been a voice actor and panellist for Theatrical Shenanigans many times before (www.tonytargan.com)
Synopsis:
Spencer is a theatre critic who, with his friend Julie, have just enjoyed a show but now must face the daunting task of trying to get out!
...2024-04-2131 minTheatrical ShenanigansS03 E02 - Episode 2 - ”The Wait” & Tony TarganWelcome to our second episode of this third Season of Theatrical Shenanigans. For this episode we have a wonderfully funny play entitled "The Wait" by Stuart Brown (https://newplayexchange.org/users/19321/stuart-brown & https://twitter.com/stuonbroadway) and I have a chat with the Tony Targan, who has been a voice actor and panellist for Theatrical Shenanigans many times before (www.tonytargan.com)
Synopsis:
Spencer is a theatre critic who, with his friend Julie, have just enjoyed a show but now must face the daunting task of trying to get out!
...2024-04-2131 min
Theatrical ShenanigansS03 E01 - Episode 1 - "Treatable" & Lora HoganHello there and welcome to the first episode of our third brand new season. I am utterly thrilled you could join us. For this first episode we have a piece by Scottish Actor and Playwright Marnie Thomson, who had her first brush with Theatrical Shenanigans when she played the ghost of Christmas past in our 2023 Christmas Special (https://marniethomson.co.uk & https://www.spotlight.com/9094-6752-4968).
The play is entitled "Treatable" and depicts a mother and daughter sharing troubling times, all against the mother's background Cancer treatment. Accompanying this touching play I get to ha...2024-04-0730 minTheatrical ShenanigansS03 E01 - Episode 1 - "Treatable" & Lora HoganHello there and welcome to the first episode of our third brand new season. I am utterly thrilled you could join us. For this first episode we have a piece by Scottish Actor and Playwright Marnie Thomson, who had her first brush with Theatrical Shenanigans when she played the ghost of Christmas past in our 2023 Christmas Special (https://marniethomson.co.uk & https://www.spotlight.com/9094-6752-4968).
The play is entitled "Treatable" and depicts a mother and daughter sharing troubling times, all against the mother's background Cancer treatment. Accompanying this touching play I get to ha...2024-04-0730 min
Theatrical ShenanigansThe Panel Presents - Episode 10 - Evan, Alli, Chris & Vidalia
Hello there and welcome to our April instalment of "The Panel Presents", where I, as your host am joined by four fabulous panellists to discuss all things theatrical.
Our panellists for this episode are:
Evan Baughfman - (https://newplayexchange.org/users/1708/evan-baughfman & https://www.amazon.com/stores/Evan-Baughfman/author/B08BSQZ2X6?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true)
Alli Hartley-Kong - (https://newplayexchange.org/users/47640/alli-hartley-kong)
Chris Soucy - (https://newplayexchange.org/users/26789/christopher-soucy)
Vidalia Unwin - (https://newplayexchange.org/users/36629/vidalia-unwin)
If...2024-04-0659 minTheatrical ShenanigansThe Panel Presents - Episode 10 - Evan, Alli, Chris & Vidalia
Hello there and welcome to our April instalment of "The Panel Presents", where I, as your host am joined by four fabulous panellists to discuss all things theatrical.
Our panellists for this episode are:
Evan Baughfman - (https://newplayexchange.org/users/1708/evan-baughfman & https://www.amazon.com/stores/Evan-Baughfman/author/B08BSQZ2X6?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true)
Alli Hartley-Kong - (https://newplayexchange.org/users/47640/alli-hartley-kong)
Chris Soucy - (https://newplayexchange.org/users/26789/christopher-soucy)
Vidalia Unwin - (https://newplayexchange.org/users/36629/vidalia-unwin)
If...2024-04-0659 min
Theatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 14 - ”But Why” by Rachel Feeny-WilliamsWelcome once again to our second season of Mini Shenanigans. Between now and the start of Season 3 in April 2024 we will be running one of our mini series where we produce short plays but with no guest interview. We are the last episode, which is another piece written by me entitled "But Why" (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/2195242/why)
Synopsis:
When Jane chose to spend her day at the beach the last thing she expected was someone to question her choice not to have children.
Cast:
Jane - Ni...2024-03-3114 minTheatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 14 - ”But Why” by Rachel Feeny-WilliamsWelcome once again to our second season of Mini Shenanigans. Between now and the start of Season 3 in April 2024 we will be running one of our mini series where we produce short plays but with no guest interview. We are the last episode, which is another piece written by me entitled "But Why" (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/2195242/why)
Synopsis:
When Jane chose to spend her day at the beach the last thing she expected was someone to question her choice not to have children.
Cast:
Jane - Ni...2024-03-3114 min
Theatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 13 - ”Snake for the Grass” by Rachel Feeny-WilliamsWelcome once again to our second season of Mini Shenanigans. Between now and the start of Season 3 in April 2024 we will be running one of our mini series where we produce short plays but with no guest interview. We are now down to the last two episodes, which will be appearing with one on Saturday and one on Sunday, both pieces written by your host.
The first of the duo is "Snake for the Grass" (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/1945566/snake-grass).
Synopsis:
Sarah has spent most of her life being deceived by friends and...2024-03-3017 minTheatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 13 - ”Snake for the Grass” by Rachel Feeny-WilliamsWelcome once again to our second season of Mini Shenanigans. Between now and the start of Season 3 in April 2024 we will be running one of our mini series where we produce short plays but with no guest interview. We are now down to the last two episodes, which will be appearing with one on Saturday and one on Sunday, both pieces written by your host.
The first of the duo is "Snake for the Grass" (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/1945566/snake-grass).
Synopsis:
Sarah has spent most of her life being deceived by friends and...2024-03-3017 min
Quill and CurtainRachel Feeny-Williams, PlaywrightNew on this week's podcast: we welcome playwright and podcast goddess Rachel Feeny-Williams, who talks about her role in getting talented voices heard and produced. From her successful podcast "Theatrical Shenanigans," where she promotes and produces playwright's audio plays from all over the world, to discussing her work, Rachel's focus on creating great material is evident and infectious. Listen to this brilliant and prolific playwright discuss her vision of the playwright's landscape and the place we all fit in it. This podcast is sponsored by Point Park University's MFA in writing for Stage and Screen. Artistic awards are available. This...2024-03-2634 min
Theatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 12 - ”The Long Goodbye” by Dana HallWelcome once again to our second season of Mini Shenanigans. Between now and the start of Season 3 in April 2024 we will be running one of our mini series where we produce short plays but with no guest interview.
Episode 12 has a second play by Chicago based playwright and Theatrical Shenanigans regular, Dana Hall (https://newplayexchange.org/users/58758/dana-hall/ & https://www.danahallcreates.com/).
The play is entitled "The Long Goodbye" and is best described as a beautiful quote from the front of the script, “Those we love and lose are always connected by h...2024-03-2407 minTheatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 12 - ”The Long Goodbye” by Dana HallWelcome once again to our second season of Mini Shenanigans. Between now and the start of Season 3 in April 2024 we will be running one of our mini series where we produce short plays but with no guest interview.
Episode 12 has a second play by Chicago based playwright and Theatrical Shenanigans regular, Dana Hall (https://newplayexchange.org/users/58758/dana-hall/ & https://www.danahallcreates.com/).
The play is entitled "The Long Goodbye" and is best described as a beautiful quote from the front of the script, “Those we love and lose are always connected by h...2024-03-2407 min
Theatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 11 - ”Writing Wrongs”Welcome once again to our second season of Mini Shenanigans. Between now and the start of Season 3 in April 2024 we will be running one of our mini series where we produce short plays but with no guest interview.
Episode 11 has a play by UK based playwright and regular feature on Theatrical Shenanigans, Tony Vale.
The play is entitled "Writing Wrongs" and is described by Tony as "kind of matrix for how a play develops in the writer’s head and to show how the characters can take over, when the writer leas...2024-03-1712 minTheatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 11 - ”Writing Wrongs”Welcome once again to our second season of Mini Shenanigans. Between now and the start of Season 3 in April 2024 we will be running one of our mini series where we produce short plays but with no guest interview.
Episode 11 has a play by UK based playwright and regular feature on Theatrical Shenanigans, Tony Vale.
The play is entitled "Writing Wrongs" and is described by Tony as "kind of matrix for how a play develops in the writer’s head and to show how the characters can take over, when the writer leas...2024-03-1712 min
Theatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 10 - ”Goodnight Jimmy” by Darrin IngramWelcome once again to our second season of Mini Shenanigans. Between now and the start of Season 3 in April 2024 we will be running one of our mini series where we produce short plays but with no guest interview.
The play for Episode 10 has been written by Darrin Ingram (https://newplayexchange.org/users/59169/darrin-ingram) who has been a voice actor for many Theatrical Shenanigans episodes and now joins for the first time as a playwright.
The piece is called "Goodnight Jimmy" and in it we see James Boyd and his younger brother Jo...2024-03-1009 minTheatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 10 - ”Goodnight Jimmy” by Darrin IngramWelcome once again to our second season of Mini Shenanigans. Between now and the start of Season 3 in April 2024 we will be running one of our mini series where we produce short plays but with no guest interview.
The play for Episode 10 has been written by Darrin Ingram (https://newplayexchange.org/users/59169/darrin-ingram) who has been a voice actor for many Theatrical Shenanigans episodes and now joins for the first time as a playwright.
The piece is called "Goodnight Jimmy" and in it we see James Boyd and his younger brother Jo...2024-03-1009 min
Theatrical ShenanigansInternational Women's Day SpecialHello there and welcome to our special celebrating International Women's Day. For this special I have got together with three amazing female playwrights to hear four plays celebrating women and having a chat about them.
The four plays are:
"Sister from the same Mister" (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/1804106/sisters-same-mister) by Debra A. Cole (https://newplayexchange.org/users/30609/debra-cole & http://www.debraacole-playwright.com/)
Melissa - Gillie Stoneham
Amanda - Helen Cheng Mao (https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOBWRX6h1_Qm8VQZqPWymVGFIkfruadkU)
Dana - Dana Hall (https://www.danahallcreates.com/)
2024-03-081h 15Theatrical ShenanigansInternational Women's Day SpecialHello there and welcome to our special celebrating International Women's Day. For this special I have got together with three amazing female playwrights to hear four plays celebrating women and having a chat about them.
The four plays are:
"Sister from the same Mister" (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/1804106/sisters-same-mister) by Debra A. Cole (https://newplayexchange.org/users/30609/debra-cole & http://www.debraacole-playwright.com/)
Melissa - Gillie Stoneham
Amanda - Helen Cheng Mao (https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOBWRX6h1_Qm8VQZqPWymVGFIkfruadkU)
Dana - Dana Hall (https://www.danahallcreates.com/)
2024-03-081h 15
Theatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 9 - ”Camel Girl” by Debra A. ColeWelcome once again to our second season of Mini Shenanigans. Between now and the start of Season 3 in April 2024 we will be running one of our mini series where we produce short plays but with no guest interview.
Episode 9 has a play by Kansas based playwright and Theatrical Shenanigans regular, Debra A. Cole (https://newplayexchange.org/users/30609/debra-cole & http://www.debraacole-playwright.com/).
The play is entitled "Camel Girl" (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/2241369/camel-girl) and is based on the life of Stella Harper, the Camel Girl. In it we see Ella talking to...2024-03-0309 minTheatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 9 - ”Camel Girl” by Debra A. ColeWelcome once again to our second season of Mini Shenanigans. Between now and the start of Season 3 in April 2024 we will be running one of our mini series where we produce short plays but with no guest interview.
Episode 9 has a play by Kansas based playwright and Theatrical Shenanigans regular, Debra A. Cole (https://newplayexchange.org/users/30609/debra-cole & http://www.debraacole-playwright.com/).
The play is entitled "Camel Girl" (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/2241369/camel-girl) and is based on the life of Stella Harper, the Camel Girl. In it we see Ella talking to...2024-03-0309 min
Theatrical ShenanigansThe Panel Presents - Episode 9 - Rachel, Kim, Loretta & TonyHello there and welcome to our March instalment of "The Panel Presents", where I, as your host am joined by four fabulous panellists to discuss all things theatrical.
Our panellists for this episode are:
Tony Tambasco - https://newplayexchange.org/users/21527/tony-tambasco & http://www.tonytambasco.com/
Loretta Bolger Wish -
Kim E. Ruyle - https://newplayexchange.org/users/37647/kim-e-ruyle
Rachel Rubin Ladutke - https://newplayexchange.org/users/63052/rachel-rubin-ladutke & https://rachelwrites67.wixsite.com/website
If you can, please Like/Follow/Support us! :-)2024-03-0248 minTheatrical ShenanigansThe Panel Presents - Episode 9 - Rachel, Kim, Loretta & TonyHello there and welcome to our March instalment of "The Panel Presents", where I, as your host am joined by four fabulous panellists to discuss all things theatrical.
Our panellists for this episode are:
Tony Tambasco - https://newplayexchange.org/users/21527/tony-tambasco & http://www.tonytambasco.com/
Loretta Bolger Wish -
Kim E. Ruyle - https://newplayexchange.org/users/37647/kim-e-ruyle
Rachel Rubin Ladutke - https://newplayexchange.org/users/63052/rachel-rubin-ladutke & https://rachelwrites67.wixsite.com/website
If you can, please Like/Follow/Support us! :-)2024-03-0248 min
Theatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 8 - ”Seasons” by George SapioWelcome once again to our second season of Mini Shenanigans. Between now and the start of Season 3 in April 2024 we will be running one of our mini series where we produce short plays but with no guest interview.
Episode 8 has a play by Theatrical Shenanigans regular, George Sapio (https://newplayexchange.org/users/785/george-sapio & https://gsapio.wixsite.com/gsapio). The play is entitled "Seasons" (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/25876/seasons) and in it we see the Seasons of the year brought to life as characters. Grandma Fall has her hands full getting her exhausted granddaughter Spring out o...2024-02-2511 minTheatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 8 - ”Seasons” by George SapioWelcome once again to our second season of Mini Shenanigans. Between now and the start of Season 3 in April 2024 we will be running one of our mini series where we produce short plays but with no guest interview.
Episode 8 has a play by Theatrical Shenanigans regular, George Sapio (https://newplayexchange.org/users/785/george-sapio & https://gsapio.wixsite.com/gsapio). The play is entitled "Seasons" (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/25876/seasons) and in it we see the Seasons of the year brought to life as characters. Grandma Fall has her hands full getting her exhausted granddaughter Spring out o...2024-02-2511 min
Theatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 7 - ”Eden 2” by Morey NorkinWelcome once again to our second season of Mini Shenanigans. Between now and the start of Season 3 in April 2024 we will be running one of our mini series where we produce short plays but with no guest interview.
Episode 7 presents a play by Japan based playwright Morey Norkin (https://newplayexchange.org/users/70395/morey-norkin) entitled "Eden 2" (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/1758506/eden-2). In it we see two astronauts on a mission to begin populating Mars have a divine encounter that leads to a conclusion of biblical proportions.
Cast:
Adam - Robert Sa...2024-02-1810 minTheatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 7 - ”Eden 2” by Morey NorkinWelcome once again to our second season of Mini Shenanigans. Between now and the start of Season 3 in April 2024 we will be running one of our mini series where we produce short plays but with no guest interview.
Episode 7 presents a play by Japan based playwright Morey Norkin (https://newplayexchange.org/users/70395/morey-norkin) entitled "Eden 2" (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/1758506/eden-2). In it we see two astronauts on a mission to begin populating Mars have a divine encounter that leads to a conclusion of biblical proportions.
Cast:
Adam - Robert Sa...2024-02-1810 min
Theatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 6 - ”A Ruby in a Sky of Diamonds” by Christopher PlumridgeWelcome once again to our second season of Mini Shenanigans. Between now and the start of Season 3 in April 2024 we will be running one of our mini series where we produce short plays but with no guest interview.
Episode 6 has a play by Christophe Plumridge, a playwright based in East Anglia, UK (https://www.cjp-scripts.co.uk/).
The play is called "A Ruby in a Sky of Diamonds" (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/2164121/ruby-sky-diamonds). In it we see April standing outside during a party on a hot midsummer's night, alone. Until a beautiful stranger j...2024-02-1116 minTheatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 6 - ”A Ruby in a Sky of Diamonds” by Christopher PlumridgeWelcome once again to our second season of Mini Shenanigans. Between now and the start of Season 3 in April 2024 we will be running one of our mini series where we produce short plays but with no guest interview.
Episode 6 has a play by Christophe Plumridge, a playwright based in East Anglia, UK (https://www.cjp-scripts.co.uk/).
The play is called "A Ruby in a Sky of Diamonds" (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/2164121/ruby-sky-diamonds). In it we see April standing outside during a party on a hot midsummer's night, alone. Until a beautiful stranger j...2024-02-1116 min
Theatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 5 - ”Feeling Devilish” by Donald E. BakerWelcome once again to our second season of Mini Shenanigans. Between now and the start of Season 3 in April 2024 we will be running one of our mini series where we produce short plays but with no guest interview.
Episode 5 has a play by US playwright Donald E. Baker (https://www.playsbydonaldebaker.com/ & https://newplayexchange.org/users/13449/donald-e-baker) The Play is called "Feeling Devilish" (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/2158433/feeling-devilish) and in it we see Roger's best friend is very concerned when they discover Roger met a demon on an online dating site. They're even more concerned w...2024-02-0406 minTheatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 5 - ”Feeling Devilish” by Donald E. BakerWelcome once again to our second season of Mini Shenanigans. Between now and the start of Season 3 in April 2024 we will be running one of our mini series where we produce short plays but with no guest interview.
Episode 5 has a play by US playwright Donald E. Baker (https://www.playsbydonaldebaker.com/ & https://newplayexchange.org/users/13449/donald-e-baker) The Play is called "Feeling Devilish" (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/2158433/feeling-devilish) and in it we see Roger's best friend is very concerned when they discover Roger met a demon on an online dating site. They're even more concerned w...2024-02-0406 min
Theatrical ShenanigansThe Panel Presents - Episode 8 - Brenton, Cindi, Darrin & NickyHello once again and welcome to another monthly instalment of "The Panel Presents" where I, along with four fabulous panellists will discuss a multitude of theatrical topics.
The panellists this month are:
Brenton Kniess (https://newplayexchange.org/users/69385/brenton-kniess)
Cindi Sansone-Braff (https://newplayexchange.org/users/45654/cindi-sansone-braff & https://www.grantmeahigherlove.com/)
Darrin Ingram (https://newplayexchange.org/users/59169/darrin-ingram & https://www.darrin-ingram.com/)
Nicky Whichelow - (https://www.facebook.com/nickywvoices4u)
If you can, please Like/Follow/Support us! :-)
https://www.bu...2024-02-0359 minTheatrical ShenanigansThe Panel Presents - Episode 8 - Brenton, Cindi, Darrin & NickyHello once again and welcome to another monthly instalment of "The Panel Presents" where I, along with four fabulous panellists will discuss a multitude of theatrical topics.
The panellists this month are:
Brenton Kniess (https://newplayexchange.org/users/69385/brenton-kniess)
Cindi Sansone-Braff (https://newplayexchange.org/users/45654/cindi-sansone-braff & https://www.grantmeahigherlove.com/)
Darrin Ingram (https://newplayexchange.org/users/59169/darrin-ingram & https://www.darrin-ingram.com/)
Nicky Whichelow - (https://www.facebook.com/nickywvoices4u)
If you can, please Like/Follow/Support us! :-)
https://www.bu...2024-02-0359 min
Theatrical ShenanigansS02 E03 - Episode 3 - "Ghosted" & Greg HatfieldThis week on Theatrical Shenanigans we present the audio play "Ghosted" by an accomplished writer in Theatre, Television, and Film Ron Burch (http://www.ronburch.com/ & https://newplayexchange.org/users/2506/ron-burch) and I have a chat about the piece with Greg Hatfield (http://www.greghatfield.com ) who had his piece "Munday Tuesday Friday" and has an incredible list of achievements in addition. Cast:Billy - Dominic McGeeAvery - Francesca Marago (https://www.spotlight.com/1177-9081-5117 & www.francescamarago.com)Ghost - Anthony Targan (www.tonytargan.com)Play Synopsis - Billy and Avery are just trying to enjoy a decent night's...2023-09-0326 min
Theatrical ShenanigansS02 E02 - Episode 2 - "Remembering Elizabeth" & Hannah KennedyThis week on Theatrical Shenanigans we present the audio play "Remembering Elizabeth" by playwright, director & collaborator Jack Rushton (http://www.jack-rushton.com) and I have a chat about the piece with UK-based playwright Hannah Kennedy (https://hannahkennedy.uk & Twitter - @hckennedy_)Cast:Albert - Patrick Hibbin (http://www.spotlight.com/profile/3414-5612-5037)Elizabeth - Gillie StonemanPlay Synopsis: (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/288846/remembering-elizabeth/recommendations) Jack was inspired by his own father, who was sick for a long-time and confined to a wheelchair for many years. In "Remembering Elizabeth" he imagined...2023-08-2029 min
Theatrical ShenanigansS02 E01 - Episode 1 - "Cloudy with a Chance of Contempt" & John BusserWelcome back to Theatrical Shenanigans Season 2! For this first episode, we have "Cloudy with a Chance of Contempt" by Lisa Quroresimo (https://quoresimo.com/index.html) and a chat with playwright & graphic artist John Busser (https://www.facebook.com/john.busser, https://newplayexchange.org/users/34757/john-busser, https://www.behance.net/johnbusser0391 )Cast:Sally - Megan BickelLou - Anthony Targan (www.tonytargan.com)Play Synopsis: (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/2432640/cloudy-chance-contempt) A tale based on real-life events. In this piece, Sally and Lou are stunned by a phone call with their daughter...2023-08-0623 min
Theatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 12 - "Not Getting Old"Mini Shenanigans is part of a series of short plays that will be produced during the gap between Seasons 1 and 2. These won't be accompanied by a guest but I hope you enjoy them all the same.This is the last in the current Mini Shenanigans series and the piece this week is entitled "Not Getting Old". In it, we see Edna decide she's bored of being old and wants to be 25 again.Cast:Edna - Elayne Teague (https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7946994/)2023-07-3005 min
Theatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 9 - "After Happily Ever After"Mini Shenanigans is part of a series of short plays that will be produced during the gap between Seasons 1 and 2. These won't be accompanied by a guest but I hope you enjoy them all the same.This week's play is called "After Happily Ever After". Now we all know the standard Fairy Story, Prince marries Princess and they live 'Happily Ever After' but this time Prince Charming is about to discover...it doesn't always work out that way.Prince Charming - Dominic McGee (https://www.spotlight.com/1415-4503-7338) Princess - Sarah Govier...2023-07-0904 min
Theatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 8 - "Eggs in the Morning"Mini Shenanigans is part of a series of short plays that will be produced during the gap between Seasons 1 and 2. These won't be accompanied by a guest but I hope you enjoy them all the same."Eggs in the Morning" tells the story of Sam and Lisa, two best friends who have been in a 'no strings attached' physical relationship which has been doing well, until Sam decides to make it complicated!Sam - Pixie Frost - (https://www.backstage.com/u/pixie-frost/)Lisa - Helen Fullerton - (Twitter - @HelenFullyactor)2023-07-0208 min
Theatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 7 - "One In Every Flavour"Mini Shenanigans is part of a series of short plays that will be produced during the gap between Seasons 1 and 2. These won't be accompanied by a guest but I hope you enjoy them all the same.The play this week is called "One in Every Flavour" and sees Mandy arriving at the Taste Emporium in search of Vanilla Ice Cream. What she finds, however, is Giles and his...interesting collection of flavours.Giles - Andy Duncan - http://andy-duncan.co.ukMandy - Amy Wilson2023-06-2513 min
Theatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 6 - "Don't Scream"Mini Shenanigans is part of a series of short plays that will be produced during the gap between Seasons 1 and 2. These won't be accompanied by a guest but I hope you enjoy them all the same.The play this week is entitled "Don't Scream". It sees Alice come home to find Dan robbing her house but he seems more interested in the fact that she apparently can't scream!Alice - Gilly Fick (https://www.guildburys.com/)Dan - Darrin Ingram (https://www.darrin-ingram.com/)2023-06-1809 min
Theatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 5 - "Affairs"Mini Shenanigans is part of a series of short plays that will be produced during the gap between Seasons 1 and 2. These won't be accompanied by a guest but I hope you enjoy them all the same."Affairs" sees Helen arriving at Vivienne's apartment to confront her about her sleeping with her husband, but she gets way more in response than she bargained for!Helen - Megan Bickel - Vivienne - Dana Hall - (https://www.danahallcreates.com/)2023-06-1110 min
Theatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 4 - "No More Tea"Mini Shenanigans is part of a series of short plays that will be produced during the gap between Seasons 1 and 2. These won't be accompanied by a guest but I hope you enjoy them all the same."No More Tea?" sees Derek and Violet arrive at The Magic Toadstool Tea Room attempting to find a cup of tea, a simple task (you'd think). But with Derek having to have his tea 'just right' it ends up being anything but simpleDerek - Jeff Dunne - http://www.bearcreations.org/Violet - Gilly Fick - https://www...2023-06-0409 min
Theatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 3 - "Strangers and No Train"This week's mini shenanigan is entitled "Strangers and No Train". The play takes place on a disused railway platform and sees Alice stranded and alone. But she soon finds out how much the kindness of one stranger can change things.Bert - Andy Duncan - http://andy-duncan.co.uk/Alice - Zoe Cheswick2023-05-2809 min
Theatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 2 - "The Duck Did It!"Mini Shenanigans is part of a series of short plays that will be produced during the gap between Seasons 1 and 2. These won't be accompanied by a guest but I hope you enjoy them all the same.This week's play is entitled "The Duck Did It!" It sees Timmy's mother coming home to find her house in chaos and the babysitter missing. This is all apparently down to Albert, Timmy's friend in the form of a giant duck.Timmy - Zev Johnston - https://www.facebook.com/zevj.dehaleviMother - Heather Dalton2023-05-2104 min
Theatrical ShenanigansMini Shenanigans - Episode 1 - "Fake News?"Mini Shenanigans is part of a series of short plays that will be produced during the gap between Seasons 1 and 2. These won't be accompanied by a guest but I hope you enjoy them all the same."Fake News?" was written in the wake of the Roe vs Wade decision and sees aliens Echo and Delta discussing the situation on Earth as they see it.Echo - Helen Mao - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOBWRX6h1_Qm8VQZqPWymVGFIkfruadkUDelta - Kathy Li - www.kathyliaudio.com2023-05-1408 min
Theatrical ShenanigansEpisode 10 - "A Coversation About Mom" & Jonathan CookThis week presents the final episode of Season one of Theatrical Shenanigans. This week we present the audio play "A Conversation about Mom" (https://newplayexchange.org/plays/874681/conversation-about-mom) by Cleveland based actor/writer/graphic artist John Busser (https://newplayexchange.org/users/34757/john-busser & https://www.behance.net/johnbusser0391).I also get to have a lovely chat about the play with Jonathan Cook (https://jonathanrcook.com/), as well as talking about his amazing work, including the podcast "Gather by The Ghost Light" (https://gatherbytheghostlight.podbean.com/)Cast:Jeremy - Tyler Costigan (www.tylercostigan.wixsite.com...2023-05-0727 min
Theatrical ShenanigansTheatrical Shenanigans Special - "Believe Me" - Episode 4As a final four-day countdown to the end of Season One, Theatrical Shenanigans presents a four-part crime/drama special for you. "Believe Me" was originally an award-winning short play that was converted to a four-part audio series for YouTube and we've now brought it here for you to enjoy!WARNING - This video contains strong language and references to sexual assault and violence. It is not suitable for children. With both Eddie and Lisa feeling the pressure from DI Jenkin's threats, will their sibling bond continue to survive through the accusations as the story draws towards its conculsion?Cast: Eddie...2023-05-0625 min
Theatrical ShenanigansTheatrical Shenanigans Special - "Believe Me" - Episode 3As a final four-day countdown to the end of Season One, Theatrical Shenanigans presents a four-part crime/drama special for you. "Believe Me" was originally an award-winning short play that was converted to a four-part audio series for YouTube and we've now brought it here for you to enjoy!WARNING - This video contains strong language, and references to sexual assault and violence. It is not suitable for children. Eddie has managed to escape DI Jenkins clutches...for now. But with the pressure mounting on Lisa, will she still stand by her brother?Cast: Eddie - Alex Lyne Lisa...2023-05-0517 min
Theatrical ShenanigansTheatrical Shenanigans Special - "Believe Me" - Episode 2As a final four-day countdown to the end of Season One, Theatrical Shenanigans presents a four-part crime/drama special for you. "Believe Me" was originally an award-winning short play that was converted to a four-part audio series for YouTube and we've now brought it here for you to enjoy!WARNING - This video contains strong language and references to sexual assault and violence. It is not suitable for children. Lisa has found the police in the flat in the middle of the night looking for her brother in the connection with the murder of a young woman, the question is...2023-05-0421 min
Theatrical ShenanigansTheatrical Shenanigans Special - "Believe Me" - Episode 1As a final four-day countdown to the end of Season One, Theatrical Shenanigans presents a four-part crime/drama special for you. "Believe Me" was originally an award-winning short play that was converted to a four-part audio series for YouTube and we've now brought it here for you to enjoy!WARNING - This video contains strong language, and references to sexual assault and violence. It is not suitable for children. Eddie Fairchild turns up at his sister's flat in the middle of the night with fresh wounds, a tale of an accident, and the police on his tail. The only question...2023-05-0322 min
Theatrical ShenanigansEpisode 9 - "The Front Line" & Debra ColeThis week on Theatrical Shenanigans we present the audio play "The Front Line" by award winning playwright Lin Robinson (Twitter - @Linrobbo1964) and I have a chat about the piece with Kansas based award-winning playwright, director, and theatre/writing/arts educator as well as being the writer of "Stork Patrol" from Epsiode 4, Debra Cole.Cast:Jason - Warwick BassettMrs Davidson - Caroline FantozziPlay Synopsis:A piece with some sombre underlying contemporary themes that came from watching the news at the time of the police shootings/beatings and...2023-04-2326 min
Theatrical ShenanigansEpisode 8 - "The Last Week" & Marcia Eppich-HarrisThis week on Theatrical Shenanigans we present the audio play "The Last Week" by Kansas City Playwright & Dramatists Guild member Jessie Salsbury (https://newplayexchange.org/users/4399/jessie-salsbury) and I have a chat about the piece with the artistic director and founder of the Indianapolis based Southbank Theatre Company, Marcia Eppich-Harris. (https://newplayexchange.org/users/35629/marcia-eppich-harris, https://www.meppichharris.com/, https://southbanktheatre.org/, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCccEzc9wFnBJKJDkEFaDfoA)Cast:John - Darrin Ingram (https://www.darrin-ingram.com/)Ramona - Gilly FickPlay Synopsis:A man reflects at the...2023-04-0926 min
Theatrical ShenanigansEpisode 7 - "One Foot in Front of The Other" & Christopher PlumridgeThis week on Theatrical Shenanigans we present the audio play "One Foot in Front of The Other" by UK based playwright and theatrical reviewer Paul Smith (https://theatreplays.uk/) and I have a chat about the piece with East Anglian based playwright & writer of "Coming In" from Episode 3, Christopher Plumridge.Cast:Elsie - Fiona LeishmannNathan - Robert KnowlesPlay Synopsis:Nathan is taking a coach to London where he is running the London Marathon; Elise is taking the coach to London to support her granddaughter who is also...2023-03-2627 min
Theatrical ShenanigansEpisode 6 - "Fun" & Melissa SchmitzThis week on Theatrical Shenanigans we present the audio play "Fun" by Atlanta based writer, director, actor, and educator John David Brown and I have a chat about the piece with fellow podcast host (101 Stage Adaptations) Melissa SchmitzCast:A - Dana Hall (https://www.danahallcreates.com/)B - Hülya Corty (https://www.spotlight.com/4771-3491-0545 )Play Synopsis:"Fun," centers on the theme of power dynamics and was born from questions like, "Why do I focus so much on crime stories like these?" "What is our cultural f...2023-03-1222 min
Theatrical ShenanigansEpisode 5 - "A Trifle Upset" & George SapioThis week on Theatrical Shenanigans we present the audio play "A Trifle Upset" by UK playwright and founding member of the Norfolk (UK) play writing group, 'Four by Four' Tony Vale, and I have a chat about the piece with playwright, dramaturg and fellow podcast ("Onstage/Offstage") host, George Sapio (onstageoffstage.org, gsapio.com) .Cast:Margaret - Jacqui GarlandGeorge - Patrick Hibbin (http://www.spotlight.com/profile/3414-5612-5037)Play Synopsis:The play tells the story of Margaret, who is looking to show off her creative skills in...2023-02-2625 min
Theatrical ShenanigansEpisode 4 - "Stork Patrol" & Katie JonesThis week on Theatrical Shenanigans we present the audio play "Stork Patrol" by Award Winning Kansas base playwright Debra Cole and I have a chat about the piece with am amazing actor, director, producer and playwright Katie Jones.Cast:Ashley - Dana Hall (https://www.danahallcreates.com/)Brad - Chris SoucyAgent - Perdita Lawton (www.perditalawton.com)Play Synopsis:Voting has consequences, and in this new world, The Stork Patrol holds voters responsible for their beliefs and values.https://newplayexchange.org/plays/2033718/stork-patrol2023-02-1226 min
Theatrical ShenanigansEpisode 3 - "Coming In" & Robert J LeBlancThis week on Theatrical Shenanigans we present the audio play "Coming In" by new East Anglian playwright Christopher Plumridge and I have a chat about the piece with award-winning playwright, actor, voice actor, and artist, as well as the producer, head writer, host, improviser, and designer of the comedy ensemble, Balderdash Academy, Robert J LeBlanc.Cast:Janet - Georgette ValeMalcolm - Kerry Frater (https://www.vshowcards.com/profile/kerryfrater/)Tom - Dale WyldeLesley - Ellie ShieldsSynopsis:Malcolm and Janet prepare for their...2023-01-2927 min
Theatrical ShenanigansEpisode 2 - "Munday Tuesday Friday" & Georgette ValeThis week on Theatrical Shenanigans we present the audio play "Munday Tuesday Friday" by comedy writer Greg Hatfield (http://www.greghatfield.com) and I have a chat about the piece with Historical performer Georgette Vale (https://www.publicspeakerscorner.co.uk/georgette-vale/).Cast:Stil Munday - Robert Sawyer (https://www.voices.com/profile/rtsawyer)Tuesday Knight - Debra ColeJoe Friday - George Sapio (onstageoffstage.org, gsapio.com)Mr Thursday - Dominic McGeePlay Synopsis:Mundy Tuesday Friday is a fast paced, screwball comedy, reminiscent of...2023-01-1527 min
Theatrical ShenanigansEpisode 1 - "Mother Knows Best" & Max ThomasThis week on Theatrical Shenanigans we present my own audio play "Mother Knows Best" and I have a chat about the piece with theatrical enthusiast Max Thomas.Cast:Richard (Dickie) - Pixie Alexander FrostCharlotte - Alicia HardingRosemary - Fiona LieshmannPlay Synopsis:Richard (Dickie) has lived under the shadow of his formidable mother Rosemary and her rules all of his life but when the former love of his life Charlotte arrives on the day of her funeral to convince him she’s not haunting him an...2023-01-0125 min
101 Stage Adaptations7 - UNTITLED CHRISTMAS PRODUCTION by Rachel Feeny-Williams (Ep. 15)In our first interview with a guest from "across the pond," it's only fitting that the play in question is from one of the most famous and most adapted stories to come out of England. The delightful Rachel Feeny-Williams is here to talk about her adaptation of A Christmas Carol, except this one has a female Scrooge and no official title. In this episode, we discuss:Why this play is still untitledHow writing a female Scrooge was a "challenge accepted" momentWays the theatre industry in the U.K. is different and also similar to...2022-12-1546 min