HBAC 52 w/ Robin Brenneman

Thrilled to have Robin Brenneman back in the studio and on the pod to talk about:* Mary Poppins success - the high level of staging, outside hiring, stage magic and a huge diverse cast* How last season influenced this season and how you always want to build in a solid “Plan B”* What goes into show selection in community theater and what differentiates it as a production style and company* How the “For Kids by Kids” program for 4th through 8th grade has grown and developed another company of performers. These kids are staging shows *and* learning design elements relating to lighting, sets, costumes and sound from visiting mentors* We ask “What goes into being a full service arts organization?”* We discuss some upcoming appearances and events from Kelly Crum Delaveris Antoine Fatout* The growing presence of the Daniel B. Vance Art Gallery* Some of Robin’s local recommendations including New Herring Productions* The upcoming 50th Anniversary of the Arts Council and how you maintain your momentum and desire year to year.The Hilliard Beacon is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hilliardbeacon.substack.com/subscribe