Shows
TimTom Podcast - Échte gesprekken over persoonlijke groei, spiritualiteit en mindsetDe kracht van dialoog en echte gesprekken - Discours met de boys Amory en Arno - Route 267In deze inspirerende aflevering van de TimTom Podcast hebben we het genoegen om Amory en Arno, de hosts van de populaire podcast Discours met de Boys, te verwelkomen. Deze twee gedreven podcastmakers zijn niet alleen meesters in het voeren van openhartige gesprekken, maar hebben ook onlangs hun eerste boek gelanceerd, De Dialoogparadox. In deze podcast duiken we diep in hun missie om met hun platform échte, betekenisvolle dialogen te creëren, waarin iedereen gehoord wordt.Waarom luisteren naar deze aflevering:1. De kracht van dialoog: Ontdek waarom het zo belangrijk is om echt naar elkaar te lu...2024-12-272h 17
Playing for the MasterChristine Hall - Alive Theatre Lansing & These Shining LivesTim talks to Christine Hall about the newly formed Alive Theatre in Lansing and their first show, These Shining Lives.2024-01-1030 min
Playing for the Master#Giving Tuesdays - Luke BoumaFor every Tuesday in December 2023, we're sharing stories and testimonies from the people behind the scenes at Master Arts. Today we're hearing from Luke Bouma, a business owner and current member of our Board of Directors, sharing his testimony from the Legacy Banquet in 2022 honoring our late beloved founder and artistic director, Pris McDonald.2023-12-0605 min
Artists of the WayArt as Liturgy with Timothy Van BruggenIn this episode Jon speaks with his friend Timothy Van Bruggen about their experience with liturgy, the importance of a rhythm of life to an artist, and how liturgy and art connect to each other in our life and faith.Timothy is the Executive Director of Master Arts Theatre, and is an accomplished actor and director. He has had his hands in many artistic pursuits including writing, design, lighting, and served as a worship pastor for nearly two decades.Sign up for our newsletter: https://www.artistsoftheway.com/contact.htmlFind out more...2023-12-011h 03
Playing for the Master#GivingTuesday 2023 - Interview with Walt WilliamsGuest Walt Williams shares his love for Master Arts, and shares stories of his beginnings, being a right-hand to Pris McDonald, and his love for directing the youth theatre camp for almost 20 years.On this #GivingTuesday, we are so grateful for the volunteers and supporters of Master Arts that allow us to keep telling great stories. Please prayerfully consider giving towards the ministry of Master Arts with your end of year giving.2023-11-2832 min
Playing for the MasterSeeking the Child, Part Two - The Set with Richard Patterson & Emmalyn BurriWe talk with the set designer and painter of our 2023 Christmas Show SEEKING THE CHILD - their inspirations, their methods, and their thoughts about the story.2023-11-2446 min
Playing for the MasterSeeking the Child, Part One - The Directors & Lead ActorsTim talks to Jon Wilson, Susie Finkbeiner, Tyler Suttner and Becky Suttner about their involvement in SEEKING THE CHILD: A TALE OF ANOTHER WISE MAN, the 2023 Christmas Show at Master Arts Theatre.2023-11-1554 min
Artists of the WayBeing a Faithful Artist with Timothy Van BruggenOn this episode Jon talks with Timothy Van Bruggen about what it means to be faithful to God in your art, and how God is faithful to us through what we create.Tim is the Managing Director of Master Arts Theatre, and will soon be hosting a podcast called Twilight Tales with Tim where he reads stories from the public domain for you to relax to, perhaps by a fire at night. You can find out more about Master Arts by visiting their website at www.masterarts.org. Visit the Resources page on our website for links to...2023-06-021h 04
Playing for the MasterOver the River & Through the WoodsDirector (and co-host) Jon Wilson and cast members Sam Wilson, John Miedem and Cathy Van Lopik from OVER THE RIVER & THROUGH THE WOODS talk with Tim Van Bruggen about the Master Arts production, touching on themes of nurtured identity, family, mutual respect and understanding and sharing your bed with fruits and vegetables.2022-06-021h 04
Playing for the MasterThe Hunchback of Notre DameTim and Jon talk with the director and cast from Master Arts Theatre's production of THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME. Along the way they explore themes from Victor Hugo's work and the Disney musical, compare it to another Hugo story, Les Miserables, and debate the goodness of Durian fruit. Hosts: Tim Van Bruggen & Jon WilsonGuests: Cathy Van Lopik, Molly VanderWest, Tyler Suttner, Xander Griffin2022-04-071h 01
Playing for the MasterGuess Who's Coming To Dinner - A Discussion on Race, Love and Theatre with Lorna Torres & Dr. Zawdie AbiadeTim speaks with the director of GUESS WHO'S COMING TO DINNER, Lorna Torres, and Christian counselor and diversity consultant Dr. Zawdie "Doc" Abiade about the relevance of this show for our current cultural climate, what does Christian love and unity look like, and the importance of doing culturally relevant stories at our Christian theatre.2022-03-0345 min
Playing for the MasterThe Cast of LIFE DERAILEDJon and Tim speak with the cast of LIFE DERAILED, premiering at Master Arts Theatre in September of 2021. Director Lorna Torres and actors Kelli Burns and Jason Vandy Bogurt share their experiences with the show, what it's like to return to live theatre after a pandemic, and the unique challenges of performing in a premiere show with a local author.2021-09-1531 min
Playing for the MasterTheology & Theatre, Part 2 with John & Megan TaylorHost Jon Wilson talks with his friends John & Megan Taylor about their involvement in art, a comparison of theatre and church communities, and a discussion on the nature of worship in this second exploration of theology and theatre.2021-02-2450 min
Playing for the MasterThe Nativity StoryIn a special Christmas episode, Master Arts Theatre's executive director Tim Van Bruggen performs The Nativity Story, read simply from scripture with background music by Tim Van Bruggen and Richard Cerchia. Merry Christmas to all our listeners!2020-12-2412 minPlaying for the MasterCathy Van Lopik & A Vintage ChristmasTim talks with Cathy Van Lopik about her history and involvement at Master Arts Theatre, the challenges of producing theatre during a global pandemic, and A Vintage Christmas, the online show current available at www.masterarts.org for the holidays.2020-12-1828 minPlaying for the MasterGiving Thanks in Hard TimesSpecial Thanksgiving Episode . . . Jon and Tim talk about giving thanks and finding joy in the darkest of circumstances, looking to scripture as a guide and sharing a poetic prayer of Thanksgiving and Intercession by J. Philip Newell.2020-11-2541 min
Playing for the MasterTheology & Theatre, Part 1 with Rev. Craig ApelTim talks with retired pastor Craig Apel about Theology and Theatre, delving into some of the impactful roles Craig has played at Master Arts and the crossroads between being a pastor and being a performer. With a little coffee and apple pie thrown in!2020-09-2943 min
Playing for the MasterFaith, Art & Mime with Dionna GustafsonJon and Tim speak with Dionna Gustafson about her passion for the art of mime, how her art has affected her walk of faith, and the upcoming Mime for Actors virtual class at Master Arts. Then our hosts reflect on their own faith journeys and how their creativity has impacted them.2020-07-3030 min
Playing for the MasterYouth Theatre in a Time of QuarantineJon and Tim talk with Walter Williams and Angela Schwartz about the modified Virtual Youth Acting Class at Master Arts Theatre. They discuss their challenges and hopes for the online to in-person altered class, the magic and power of The Velveteen Rabbit, the story the students will be performing and of course some shenanigans.2020-07-1635 min
Playing for the MasterThe Ministry of Art - An Interview with Pris McDonaldFounder and Artistic Director Pris McDonald speaks with Jon and Tim about the history and legacy of Master Arts Theatre and the importance of drama and art in connecting community.2020-06-1043 minPlaying for the MasterCreativity and Art in the Scriptures, and Organization UpdateJon and Tim examine God's creativity that is displayed in the first three chapters of Genesis, how we as people have creativity instilled within us and how that enters into our relationship with God. Lastly, Tim and Jon give an update on the future of Master Arts and Unmuted2020-05-3143 min
Speaking 4 Him#396: Mothers Day & More [Podcast] - AudioOn Today's show, I welcome Timothy Van Bruggen, Executive Director of Master Arts Theater as a guest co-host. We talk about the ongoing lockdown, The National Day of Prayer, and Mothers Day. Listen and thank God for His goodness!!!2020-05-0822 min
Speaking 4 Him#396: Mothers Day & More [Podcast] - AudioOn Today's show, I welcome Timothy Van Bruggen, Executive Director of Master Arts Theater as a guest co-host. We talk about the ongoing lockdown, The National Day of Prayer, and Mothers Day. Listen and thank God for His goodness!!!2020-05-0822 minPlaying for the MasterThe Joy and Power of Music, featuring special guest Emma CoadJon and Tim talk about their history with music and it's influence on their lives, plus a special interview with emerging Christian music artist Emma Coad. You can find her songs on Spotify, Apple Music and the iTunes music store.2020-04-3047 minPlaying for the MasterCOVID-19 and Holy Week, Organization Updates & Movies That Shaped UsJon & Tim chat about how they and their churches celebrated Holy Week during a pandemic lock down, what Master Arts and UnMuted are doing to stay active and favorite movies & movie genres that affect them and their faith walk.2020-04-1450 minPlaying for the MasterPlaying for the Master - Father Brown, favorite roles and the current pandemic.Jon and Tim start the podcast talking about why they wanted to do it, their most recent theatre experience, their favorite roles and how their arts organizations are dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic.2020-03-3141 minSpeaking 4 Him#335: The Singer [Podcast] - AudioOn Today's show, Timothy Van Bruggen joins Dan Van Zalen and me to discuss bringing this Calvin Miller classic to the stage in an all new musical! Listen and come to the show!2019-03-0817 minSpeaking 4 Him#335: The Singer [Podcast] - AudioOn Today's show, Timothy Van Bruggen joins Dan Van Zalen and me to discuss bringing this Calvin Miller classic to the stage in an all new musical! Listen and come to the show!2019-03-0817 minSpeaking 4 Him#182: Master Arts: Into The Future! [Podcast] - AudioToday on the show, Master Arts new Executive Director Timothy Van Bruggen sits down with Adam McNutt and me to discuss what led him to get involved with theater, how he came to join Master Arts, why the arts are important to Christians, and what the future holds for Master Arts!!!2016-04-0122 minSpeaking 4 Him#182: Master Arts: Into The Future! [Podcast] - AudioToday on the show, Master Arts new Executive Director Timothy Van Bruggen sits down with Adam McNutt and me to discuss what led him to get involved with theater, how he came to join Master Arts, why the arts are important to Christians, and what the future holds for Master Arts!!!2016-04-0122 min