Episode 215 with Amie Sponza, Actor | Producer | Filmmaker

Today I’m joined by Amie Sponza, actor, producer, filmmaker, and longtime force in the North Fork arts community. Raised right here in Greenport, Amie grew up in a village whose rhythms, characters, and creative mentors helped spark her early love of storytelling. Among those early influences was Peggy Murphy, whose presence and guidance played a meaningful role in shaping Amie’s early connection to theater and the arts.That spark eventually led Amie to the stage and later to the screen, where she’s built a career balancing performance, producing, and creative collaboration. She is also a co-founder of Northeast Stage, the company behind Greenport’s beloved Shakespeare in the Park, a tradition that’s become a cornerstone of summers on the North Fork.Amie’s work spans short films, theater productions, and, more recently, life coaching, where she draws on her background in performance to help people navigate change with clarity and intention.In our conversation, we talk about her childhood in Greenport, the early experiences and mentors who shaped her artistic path, and how Northeast Stage first came to life. We get into the creative balance between acting and producing, the evolution of the local arts scene, and the proud moments that have defined her journey. We also explore how she brings the tools of theater into her coaching work, and what she hopes to see for the North Fork’s future as both an artist and a community member.