Howdy folks, and welcome to the first episode of our rebrand as an audio theatre production space! Please enjoy this excerpt from Lily Welsh's play, Manic Pixie Dream Girl. For the interview and dramaturgy sections you may be missing, never fear! Go to First Kiss Theatre Company's Instagram, @firstkisstheatre, and watch our Artist Crush Discush with Lily. Happy listening! For more information on our actors, please go to @firstkisstheatre on Instagram.
Welcome to the chaos, theatre lovers! In this special birthday episode, Lee interviews Brynn about their play, "Antidotal", going up at The Brick in April! If you like experimental plays, art about disability and chronic illness, and raw, emotional expression, this one's for you. Listen to the end to hear our social media plugs! Email: theplaymatespodcast@gmail.com Website: playmatespodcast.weebly.com Insta: @playmatespodcast
Did you know Scott Rubin is making white dudes in a lab for Broadway? /j In this episode Lee and Brynn get chatty as they discuss what this year looked like in American theatre. From statistics to fun facts to personal anecdotes, you'll hear all about the state of the industry from two theatre artists who may or may not know exactly what they're talking about. Thank you all for listening this year, and we'll see you in 2023!!
In this month's episode, Lee and Brynn are discussing A Middle School Play with playwright Alice Nora! Lee tells us all about the context of this piece, ie the year 2004, and talks to Alice about what inspired her to write this work. Let us know what you think! Instagram: @playmatespodcast Email: theplaymatespodcast@gmail.com Website: www.playmatespodcast.weebly.com Brynn: @librarians_daughter on Insta, @librariansdaughter on TikTok Lee: @leeisthatyoulee on Insta Alice Nora: @alice.nora on Instagram, Alice Nora on New Play Exchange
In this episode, Brynn is missing her cohost Lee-- but never fear, they'll return next month! Brynn talks to Lily Welsh about her play, Cope In Wonder! They discuss memes, queer identity, and how her Jewish heritage influenced this play. Erin Proctor reads a monologue as Hildy. Go support Lily Welsh by seeing the in person show for Cope In Wonder on October 30, 2022 at 6:30pm at the New York City Center, studio 5! Lily Welsh: @lily_welsh2 on Instagram Erin Proctor: www.erincproctor.com Follow the podcast on Instagram, @playmatespodcast! The podcast website is www.playmatespodcast.weebly.com, where you can find a form to submit your guest and/or play suggestions. Thank you theatre lovers <3
We're back from a LONG hiatus, and we're ready to PARTY! New co-host, Lee Harrison Daniel, is introduced via their play "Betta Oh: A Play About Dead Things". Brynn and Lee talk about betta fish, quarter life crises, and mental illness, and how there is always a light at the end of the tunnel (which may or may not be the pipe that leads to the ocean). Liza Bretsher and Jarrett Cordeiro lend their beautiful voices and amazing skills to the reading portion. Thank you so much theatre lovers!! Email: theplaymatespodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @playmatespodcast Brynn's Instagram: @librarians_daughter Brynn's TikTok: @librariansdaughter Lee's Instagram: @leeisthatyoulee Check out both Brynn and Lee on New Play Exchange! Just search for "Brynn Hambley" and "Lee Harrison Daniel"!
In this episode, Brynn talks about Dear Galileo by Claire Willett. We learn about Galileo, the Vatican's involvement in astrophysics, and the main points of both creationism and evolution. We hear a lovely performance from Lily Welsh as Haley, and discuss why a play that values the interconnectedness of all beings is so needed right now. Lily Welsh: lilywelsh1212@gmail.com Email: theplaymatespodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @playmatespodcast Website: www.playmatespodcast.weebly.com Tiktok: @librariansdaughter
In this episode, Brynn talks to playwright Erin Proctor about her play, "Alternative Canon", a matriarchal retelling of the Sarah and Abraham story. Brynn tells us all about Jewish Apocalyptic Scripture and the quote unquote "real" story of Sarah and Abraham; Lily Welsh gives a stunning performance as maidservant Hagar; and Brynn and Erin discuss spirituality, humor, and what it means to be a queer woman in an Abrahamic religion. If you like comedies with dramatic hearts, Biblical retellings, and queer feminists kicking ass, this one's for you! Erin: www.erincproctor.com Lily: lilywelsh1212@gmail.com -- Instagram: @playmatespodcast Website: www.playmatespodcast.weebly.com Email: theplaymatespodcast@gmail.com
In the Season 2 finale, Brynn discusses "beth" by Alex Lin with the playwright herself! We learn about the origins of the Macbeth story and the details of the Intel (now Regeneron) International Science and Engineering Fair, and hear new actor to the podcast, Nina Ki, give a stunning performance as Beth. Alex and Brynn have a rousing discussion about adapting Shakespeare, writing dark stories for young adults, and how science and entertainment collide in theater. If you like Shakespeare, the movie Heathers, or dark humor, this one's for you! Alex Lin: www.alexandralinholden.com Nina Ki: ms.ninaki@gmail.com Website: www.playmatespodcast.weebly.com Email: theplaymatespodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @playmatespodcast
In this episode, Brynn talks to Florida-based director, playwright, and theater maker, Monica Cross, about 4.48 Psychosis by Sarah Kane. Multiple amazing actors collaborate with Brynn to make a beautiful audio piece of one of the scenes, and Monica talks to us about the playwright, staging experimental work, and how to navigate theatre that discusses difficult topics. If you like poetry, experimental theater, and authentic depictions of mental health, this one's for you! CW: suicide, suicidal ideation, self harm, depression, death, medical trauma RESOURCES-- (United States) National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-8255 Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741 Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org/ Monica Cross: www.monicacross.com ACTORS-- Chanel Blanchett: cblanchett13@gmail.com Edie Pierce: missemilypierce@gmail.com Grace Walker: gracewalkersemail@gmail.com Website: www.playmatespodcast.weebly.com Instagram: @playmatespodcast Email: theplaymatespodcast@gmail.com
In this episode, Brynn discusses a modern interpretation of Faustus called "Fruit in Winter" by Emily Atkinson. Lily Welsh performs as Melody, the demoness, and we learn all about the original Dr. Faustus, queer undertones made overtones, and how societal expectations of success can lead to poor self-esteem. If you like the paranormal, queer theory, and really REALLY dark stories, this one's for you! Lily Welsh: www.lilywelsh1212.wixsite.com Email: theplaymatespodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @playmatespodcast
In this episode, Brynn gets to talk to the playwright herself, Alyssa Haddad, about her play, Off-White, or The Arab House Party Play. We learn about the culture of early 2000s teens, the rise and fall of Myspace and AIM, and the racism that Arab-Americans faced after the events of 9/11, and we get a special treat from Breaking and Entering Theater Collective-- an audio clip from their recent production of the play! If you like Y2K nostalgia, heartbreakingly authentic accounts of teenager-dom, and effective discussions of racism in America, this one's for you! Alyssa Haddad: www.alyssahaddad.com Breaking and Entering Theater Collective: www.bethtrco.com ; @bethtrco on Instagram Arab-American Heritage Month: - https://www.pbs.org/articles/2021/04/april-is-arab-american-heritage-month/ - https://www.insightintodiversity.com/national-arab-american-heritage-month/ - https://www.womansday.com/life/inspirational-stories/g27195411/arab-americans-in-history/ - http://arabstereotypes.org/who-are-arab-americans/arab-american-culture Email: playmatespodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @playmatespodcast Website: www.playmatespodcast.weebly.com
In this episode, Brynn covers the one-act audio drama, Three Women by Sylvia Plath, with guest Amanda Card. Heather McConnell returns to the podcast with a tear-jerking performance as the Third Voice, while Brynn and Amanda talk about the virtues of poetry and feminine anger. If you like poetry, emotionally stunning moments, and celebrating femininity regardless of gender, this one's for you! Heather McConnell: heathermcconnellsop@gmail.com Amanda Card: www.amandacard.com Email: playmatespodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @playmatespodcast
In this episode, Brynn shares what she has learned about basketball and enforced poverty through the play, Flex by Candrice Jones. We get a moving reading from Jehan Young as Starra Jones and discuss how this play honestly portrays the realities of teenage girlhood and growing up. If you like basketball, strong and opinionated characters, and seeing hope in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds, this one's for you! Educational links: http://www.antipovertynetwork.org/resources/Documents/The%20Uncomfortable%20Truth%20Final%20-%20web.pdf https://playwrightsfoundation.org/2019/06/21/an-interview-with-candrice-jones/ https://berkeleyhighjacket.com/2021/sports/harmful-sports-myths-perpetuate-wealth-inequality/ https://www.facinghistory.org/resource-library/growing-racism Jehan Young: jehan@bushwickstarr.org Instagram: @playmatespodcast Email: theplaymatespodcast@gmail.com
In this episode, Brynn talks to playwright Andrea Staats about her comedy play, OMG We Ate A Guy! Edie Pierce gives a hilarious performance as Timberlee, and we learn about Mormonism, vengeful ghosts, and what it means to be a queer or BIPOC person in Mormonism. If you like the paranormal, quirky and strong female characters, and dark humor, this one's for you! Andrea Staats: instagram- @uss_andrea Edie Pierce: missemilypierce@gmail.com Email: theplaymatespodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @playmatespodcast
It's Black History Month! As such, this episode covers a play by a member of the Black community. In this week's episode, Brynn takes us to a town just outside her hometown of Pittsburgh, PA--Aliquippa, PA --through the play Aliquippa by Lydia Valentine. New actor to the podcast, Chanel Blanchett, gives an outstanding performance as Naomi, and we talk about how the citizens of once-booming steel towns heroically fight for their communities every day. If you like honest and raw stories about matriarchs and the things we do to support our communities, this one's for you! This podcast is a staunch supporter of the Black Lives Matter movement. Educational Links: https://unknownplaywrights.wordpress.com/2020/02/20/lydia-valentine/ https://www.britannica.com/art/black-theatre https://www.todaytix.com/insider/nyc/posts/black-playwrights-you-should-know https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2020/jun/10/black-lives-matter-four-plays-that-resonate-amid-the-protests https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/12/theater/racism-streamable-plays.html https://lyderaryink.com Chanel Blanchett: cblanchett13@gmail.com Email: theplaymatespodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @playmatespodcast
This week, Brynn takes us into the world of the 1869 Colorado River expedition through Jaclyn Backhaus's Men on Boats! Edie Pierce gives a stunning performance of the closing monologue of the play as Mr. Asa, and Anne Karyna Bakan returns to share with us the intricacies of being a dramaturg for a play based on history. If you like adventure and modern retellings of history, this one's for you! Anne Karyna Bakan: www.annekarynabakan.com Edie Pierce: missemilypierce@gmail.com Email: theplaymatespodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @playmatespodcast
It's the beginning of Season 2! By popular demand, the first episode of 2021 is a Q&A episode. Brynn and a few past guests answer some of your burning questions about theater and the plays covered last season. Hope you enjoy it, and Happy New Year! Guests: Anne Karyna Bakan: annkarynabakan.com Karen Loewy Movilla: karenloewymovilla.com Email: theplaymatespodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @playmatespodcast
Happy Holidays! It's the official holiday episode and finale of Season 1! This week, Brynn talks about a short and sweet holiday play called "Yule Be Merry or Else" by Natalie Ann Valentine, Jared Richardson regales us once again as James the Jolly Janitor (who may or may not be Santa Claus), and we learn about the history of online dating and love in this modern-day of swiping. If you like rom-coms, silly holiday stories, and Santa being sneaky, this one's for you! Jared Richardson: jaredcrichardson@gmail.com Email: theplaymatespodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @playmatespodcast
On this week's episode, Brynn tells us about Alice Birch's Revolt. She Said. Revolt Again. Heather McConnell movingly performs a monologue from Act Two of Revolt..., and NYC based director and dramaturg Anne Karyna Bakan gives us insight into how this work talks about feminism, female anger, and modern society. Heather McConnell can be contacted with professional inquiries at heathermcconnellsop@gmail.com. Anne Karyna Bakan can be contacted through her website, www.annekarynabakan.com. Email: theplaymatespodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @playmatespodcast