Cole Hayley

In this episode of Stageworthy, host Phil Rickaby speaks with Cole Hayley, a theatre artist known for his innovative work and dedication to the Canadian theatre scene. Cole shares insights into his creative journey, the challenges and triumphs of working in theatre, and his latest projects. This episode explores: Cole’s path into theatre and his artistic influences. The challenges of creating and sustaining theatre work in Canada. Insights into his latest projects and what excites him most. Thoughts on collaboration and artistic growth. Advice for emerging theatre artists. Guest: 🎭 Cole Hayley Cole Hayley is a playwright and poet from Elliston, Newfoundland and Labrador. He is a graduate of the National Theatre School of Canada and an alumnus of Memorial University of Newfoundland, where he received a BA in English and Communications. He was the recipient of the 2023 Playwrights Guild of Canada RBC Emerging Playwright Award, and a two-time winner of the Arts and Letters award. He was a member of the inaugural Poverty Cove playwrights’ unit, the IATI Theatre Cimientos Unit, and has attended both Playwrights’ Workshop Montreal’s Gros Morne Residency, as well as the BANFF Playwrights Lab. Connect with Cole: Website: https://www.colehayley.com/ Support Stageworthy If you love the show, consider supporting on Patreon: patreon.com/stageworthy Subscribe & Follow: 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Your favourite podcast app 📺 Watch on YouTube – Like, subscribe & hit the notification bell!