Episodes
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The Cast of "Girl From The North Country"
John Schiappa, Sharaé Moultrie, and Ben Biggers from the touring cast of "Girl From The North Country" join TPAC's Kristin Horsley to discuss their experiences on Broadway and on tour.
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"A Christmas Carol" with Micah-Shane Brewer
Join us for a fascinating conversation with Micah-Shane Brewer, Nashville Repertory Theatre artistic director. In this episode, we explore the unique vision behind their original production of "A Christmas Carol." Discover the inspiration, creative decisions, and the magic of bringing this…
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The Cast of Mrs. Doubtfire
Join us for a lively and touching episode of the InsideOut podcast, featuring the cast and creators of the Broadway show "Mrs. Doubtfire." We delve into conversation with original cast members and the musical's co-composer, Nashville's own Wayne Kirkpatrick, to explore the rollercoaster journey…
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Season For Young People
An inside look at one of TPAC's most successful educational programs, Season for Young People, this podcast uncovers more than 40 years of presenting live professional theatre, exclusively to school children. We hear from Tennessee teachers, a graduating high school senior, professional touring...
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The Cast of Six
Learn about life on the road with the Broadway National Tour of SIX featuring Zan Berube, Amina Faye, and Cecelia Snow from the Boleyn company and hosted by Nashville's Tosha Marie. Tosha is the dance studio owner of TMProductions, who hosted the 2023 open call auditions in Nashville. The cast...
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The Cast of Les Misérables
Cast members from Les Misérables: Devin Archer, Gregory Lee Rodriguez, and Jenna Burns join TPAC's Community Engagement team to discuss performing in the show in 2022. Find out what it's like to perform in a show in it's 40th year of production, while getting a behind the scenes look at how these...
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Graham Keen and Sarah Childress discuss the musical "Pretty Woman"
Local film expert and Nashville Film Festival Education and Engagement Manager, Sarah Childress, unpacks the film Pretty Woman as it relates to the broadway tour of the dynamic new musical. Hear Nashville native and touring cast member, Graham Keen talk about his return to the TPAC stage after 15...
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LeLand Gantt discusses writing and starring in "Rhapsody in Black"
Acclaimed stage and film actor/writer, LeLand Gantt, discusses his one-person show; Rhapsody in Black. Hear Gantt delve into the process around creating this deeply personal, funny, and strikingly relevant piece about the internal journey of the Black Perspective in America. The TPAC InsideOut...
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The 2022 Spotlight Awards and Outstanding Performers Angelis Gonzalez and Xander Benton
Learn about the Nashville High School Musical Theatre Awards, or Spotlight Awards, with Cassie LaFevor, TPAC's Director of Education Enrichment. Then, hear from the 2022 Outstanding Lead Performers - Angelis Gonzalez of Ravenwood High School who won for their performance in "Matilda The Musical"...
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Kashif Andrew Graham and cast discuss "To Kill A Mockingbird"
Kashif Andrew Graham, Vanderbilt University's Outreach Librarian for Religion and Theology at Vanderbilt Divinity Library, joins a discussion of Harper Lee's Pulitzer Prize-winning masterwork and Academy Award® winner Aaron Sorkin's adaptation, To Kill a Mockingbird, with touring cast members...
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David Ian Lee and the Detoured Passengers of "Come From Away"
Nashville theater professional David Ian Lee leads a conversation with Come From Away cast member Jeremy Woodard; Kevin Tuerff, the detoured passenger upon whom Jeremy's character is based; and volunteer coordinators Kevin Hopkins and Jake Turner, who assisted the passengers in Gander…
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Sasha Hutchins and a Reimagined "Oklahoma!"
Sasha Hutchings from the touring Broadway show Oklahoma! talks with TPAC's Kristin Horsley and Nivedhan Singh about the production, reimagined for the 21st century and the Tony Award winner for Best Revival of a Musical.
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Nashville Opera's "Favorite Son" with John Hoomes and Marcus Hummon
TPAC's Kristin Horsley and Nivedhan Singh talk with John Hoomes, the CEO and Artistic Director for Nashville Opera, and writer Marcus Hummon about the world premiere of the new folk opera, Favorite Son.
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Panel Discussion on the Fisk Jubilee Singers and "Walk Together Children"
TPAC's Kristin Horsley hosts a discussion about the Fisk Jubilee Singers and TPAC's new film, "Walk Together Children: The 150th Anniversary of the Fisk Jubilee Singers." Panelists include musical director Paul T. Kwami, singer Ariana Okhuozagbon, film director Jon Royal, Nashville Public...
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Special - Interview with 2020 Spotlight Award Recipients
In this special episode, TPAC's Kristin Horsley speaks with three 2020 Spotlight Awards recipients as well as the Director of the Spotlight Awards, TPAC's Cassie LaFevor! The Spotlight Awards are presented in partnership with Lipscomb University with special thanks to Kraft CPAs.
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Warming Up With Sam Ashdown
In this episode, TPAC's Kristin Horsley talks with Nashville Shakespeare Festival's Sam Ashdown about his vocal and acting training and how he stays fit to perform Shakespeare's leading men.
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Warming Up With Rashad Rayford
Introducing TPAC InsideOut's "Warming Up With" series! In this series, we talk with artists about their training and experiences in the performing arts, and learn how they care for their instruments and prepare for performances. In this episode, Kristin Horsley speaks with Rashad Rayford about…
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Warming Up With Tim Calhoun
Introducing TPAC InsideOut's "Warming Up With" series! In this series, we talk with artists about their training and experiences in the performing arts, and learn how they care for their instruments and prepare for performances. In this episode, we're warming up with guitarist Tim Calhoun who...
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Warming Up With Helen Huang
Introducing TPAC InsideOut's "Warming Up With" series! In this series, we talk with artists about their training and experiences in the performing arts, and learn how they care for their instruments and prepare for performances. First up is Helen Huang, a Chinese-born soprano with a wide range of...
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Special - Interview with Dr. Ricki Gibbs on the Importance of Arts Education
In this episode, TPAC's CEO Jennifer Turner talks with Metro Nashville Public Schools' principal of the year, Dr. Ricki Gibbs. Dr. Gibbs discusses his school, Warner Arts Magnet Elementary, and its unique arts partnership with TPAC. Their conversation is pulled from a recent Salon Series event...
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TPAC 20 - Dr. Jim Jackson on Mental Health during Covid-19
In this special episode, Kristin Horsley speaks remotely with Dr. Jim Jackson, Psychologist and Research Professor in the Department of Medicine at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, about his work and research, and helps guide us toward healthy practices during this ongoing crisis.
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TPAC 20 - John Hoomes on Nashville Opera's 'Rigoletto'
On this TPAC 20, Kristin Horsley speaks with Nashville Opera's CEO and Artistic Director John Hoomes about their upcoming performances of Rigoletto April 9 and 11 here at TPAC.
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Arts Appetizer - 'My Fair Lady'
On this Arts Appetizer, Kristin Horsley speaks with My Fair Lady cast members Adam Grupper and Kevin Pariseau, dialect coach and community member Jill Massie, as well as TPAC's Lattie Brown. They discuss everything from the different dialects in London, to teaching students here in Nashville…
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Arts Appetizer - 'CATS'
In this episode, Kristin Horsley speaks with CATS cast members Adam Richardson and Maria Failla as well as Maegan Phan, co-owner of Mewsic Kitty Cafe. The conversation includes everything from singing offstage, to the changes from the original production, to the choreography. CATS performed in...
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Arts Appetizer - 'The SpongeBob Musical'
In this Arts Appetizer discussion, Kristin Horsley speaks with TPAC staff member Daniel Harris and The SpongeBob Musical's Cody Cooley and Stephen Kallas about the audition process, the intricate staging, and more. The SpongeBob Musical was performed at TPAC November 5-10, 2020.
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Arts Appetizer - 'Once on This Island'
In this Arts Appetizer, Jeremy Painter speaks with community partner and Metro Schools African Dance Teacher Normalanga "Nomi" Eniafe and Once on This Island cast member Tyler Hardwick about the importance of this show, the onstage seating, and so much more. Once on This Island was performed at...
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TPAC 20 - Kris Lythgoe
On this TPAC 20, Kristin Horsley speaks with Kris Lythgoe, Executive Producer of 'Aladdin and His Winter Wish' and Founder of Lythgoe Family Give Kids Panto. Kristin and Kris speak about growing up in a theatrical family, what Panto is, and much more!
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TPAC 20 - Jennifer Turner
Kristen Horsley spoke with TPAC's new President and CEO, Jennifer Turner, during an Arts Appetizer earlier this year. On this podcast, Jennifer speaks about her experience, hopes for the future, and answers some questions from patrons as we gear up for the 2019-20 Broadway season.
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TPAC 20 - Emily Bautista and Anthony Festa
Kristin Horsley spoke with Miss Saigon's Emily Bautista and Anthony Festa about bringing the grand production (helicopter included) around the country, audience reactions, and more on this TPAC 20. Miss Saigon came to TPAC June 4-9, 2019.
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Arts Appetizer: "Hello, Dolly!"
Cast member and Tennessee native Analisa Leaming talks about taking the show on the road with Broadway legend Betty Buckley, plus dating and relationship specialist Betty Russell shares her experiences as a modern day matchmaker.
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Arts Appetizer: "Anastasia"
Cast members Tari Kelly and Edward Staudenmayer join TPAC's Kristin Horsley and Daniel Harris from the TPAC Box Office to discuss how they got involved with theatre, the audition process, and what to do when things go wrong on stage.
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Arts Appetizer: "A Bronx Tale"
TPAC's Kristin Horsley and writer and communications professional Joe Pagetta join "A Bronx Tale" cast member Frankie Leoni to discuss being a kid actor in a musical and growing up Italian American.
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A TPAC 20 with Joe Barbara and Richard H. Blake
TPAC's Kristin Horsley discusses "A Bronx Tale" and growing up Italian American with cast members Richard H. Blake and Joe Barbara, Mangia Nashville owner Nick Pellegrino, and Angel Celucci from the Amerigo Vespucci Society.
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Arts Appetizer: "On Your Feet!"
Cast members Alma Cuervo and Ilda Mason join community partner Ramon Cisneros to discuss the different dance styles in "On Your Feet!" and the careers of Emilio and Gloria Estefan.
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A TPAC 20 with Jeremy Benton and John Conrad Schuck
TPAC's Kristin Horsley speaks with Nashville native Jeremy Benton and Franklin resident John Conrad Schuck from "Irving Berlin's White Christmas" about performing in their hometowns, their favorite Nashville spots, and bringing a holiday show to audiences across the country.
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A TPAC 20 with Trista Moldovan
TPAC's Kristin Horsley speaks with Trista Moldovan who plays Carlotta in the touring production of "The Phantom of the Opera" about working with her husband, spending holidays on the road, and bringing this iconic show to life.
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Arts Appetizer: "The Play That Goes Wrong"
Cast members Evan Alexander Smith and Sid Solomon join Ben Oddo from Nashville's The Ben & Morey Show to discuss why plays don't tour as often to performing physical comedy live.
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Arts Appetizer: "School of Rock"
Cast members Jonathon Timpanelli and Jesse Sparks join pit musician Lynn Keller and local community member Tim Calhoun about being musicians in a Broadway show to how they each got into their careers.
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Arts Appetizer: "Waitress"
Cast members Desi Oakley and Bryan Fenkart discuss everything from the coherency of the cast to working with songwriter and composer Sara Bareilles.
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Arts Appetizer: "Love Never Dies"
Bowling Green, Kentucky, native Bronson Norris Murphy, who plays The Phantom, join fellow cast member Sean Thompson, and Christi Dortch, TPAC's Executive Vice President of Programming to discuss the demanding roles in "Love Never Dies" and how touring productions are curated for TPAC's season.
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Arts Appetizer: "Wicked"
Brentwood, Tennessee, native Ginna Claire Mason, who plays Glinda, joins Vanderbilt Musicologist James Lovensheimer to discuss what it's like to be a standby for a Broadway show, the intricate costumes in "Wicked," teaching musicology, and more.
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Arts Appetizer: "Cabaret"
Cast members Richard LaFleur and Anne Marie Snyder of "Cabaret" discuss what it's like to be a quadruple threat as a singer, actor, dancer, and instrumentalist. Plus, country singer JT Hodges discusses his transition to acting in a theatrical production.
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Arts Appetizer: "An American in Paris"
Cast and creative members Christopher M. Howard, Ashlee Duprè, and Sean Maurice Kelly join Nashville Ballet's Artistic Director and CEO Paul Vasterling to discuss developing a show, creating dance numbers, and the Nashville Ballet.
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Arts Appetizer: "Fun Home"
Cast members Amanda Naughton and Michael Winther join graphic novelist Janet K. Lee and TPAC's Akil Lyle discuss the road life of a standby performer, the graphic novel that inspired the Broadway production, and more.
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Arts Appetizer: "Something Rotten"
Nashville native and co-writer of "Something Rotten," Wayne Kirpatrick, joins music director Brian Kennedy to discuss songwriting, producing the show, and more.
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Arts Appetizer: "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time"
Cara Kilda, animal wrangler for "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time" and Dr. Julie Lounds Taylor of Vanderbilt Kennedy Center discuss everything from handling rats on tour to the affects of autism on everyday life.
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Arts Appetizer: "The Sound of Music"
Cast members Julia Osborne and Melody Betts discuss performing in the iconic musical, and Holly Johnson of Catholic Charities of Tennessee shares Nashville's history as a refugee city.
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Arts Appetizer: "A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder"
Cast members Megan Loomis and Ruth Pferdehirt talk about the exciting art and choreography of the quick change and playing several characters in one show. Plus, genealogist Cinamon Collins discusses the surprising work of researching family histories.
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Arts Appetizer: "RENT" 20th Anniversary Tour
During the 20th Anniversary Tour of "RENT," TPAC's Kristin Horsley learns the ins and outs of producing the show from the musical's executive producer Stephen Gabriel, and cast member David Merino talks about being inspired by the show before playing his dream role of Angel.
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Arts Appetizer: Studio Tenn's "Evita"
TPAC's Kristin Horsley talks with the creative team behind Studio Tenn's "Evita," the first locally-made production featured on TPAC's annual Broadway season. The one-of-a-kind production starred Broadway's Eden Espinosa, Anthony Crivello, and Ben Crawford with Nashville-based talent Rene Millan...
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