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The Theatre of Others Podcast

Adam Marple and Budi Millerwww.theatreofothers.com

Co-artistic Directors and Theatre educators Adam Marple and Budi Miller discuss the Theatre moving past the Covid-19 shutdown with topics such as the roles of the Audience, Actor, Director, Playwright, and Space in our new reality.To submit a question, please visit http://www.speakpipe.com/theatreofothers for voice recording or submit an email to [email protected] Messages may be quoted by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise. If you enjoyed this podcast, we´d love for you to leave a review at https://ratethispodcast.com/too. It helps with our visibility, and the more people listen to the podcast, the more we can invest in it and make it even better. Music credit: https://www.purple-planet.comhttp://www.theatreofothers.com

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Episodes

TOO Episode 280 - Liberating the Audience

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! In this episode Adam continues our series, 'Theatre as a way of Life', with this weeks chapter in Liberating the Audience. Support the show If you enjoyed this week´s podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. To submit a question: Voice- http://www.speakpipe.com/theatreofothers Email- [email protected] Show Credits Co-Hosts: Adam Marple & Budi Miller Producer: Jack Burmeister Music: (Intro) Jack Burmeister, (Outro) h...

Apr 30, 202541 minSeason 6Ep. 280

TOO Episode 279 - Storytelling as Liberation

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! In this episode Adam is joined by Steven Gaultney, our resident playwright and dramaturg, to discuss the notion of storytelling as a form of liberation. Support the show If you enjoyed this week´s podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. To submit a question: Voice- http://www.speakpipe.com/theatreofothers Email- [email protected] Show Credits Co-Hosts: Adam Marple & Budi Miller Producer: Jack Burmeister Music: (Int...

Apr 21, 202553 minSeason 6Ep. 279

TOO Episode 278 - Conversation with Wellness Practitioner, Charlene Marie Muhammad

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! In this episode, Budi sits down with Wellness Practitioner, Charlene Marie Muhammad to talk about her extensive career in the arts and as a yoga teacher. Charlene Marie Muhammad (MS, CNS, LD, E-RYT500, C-IAYT), a wellness practitioner, practicing yoga for over 30 years is a E-RYT500 yoga teacher. Since 2006, Charlene teaches weekly yoga classes for communities of color and facilitates YTT 200- and 300-hour core requirements workshops for ...

Apr 14, 20251 hr 14 minSeason 6Ep. 278

TOO Episode 277 - Book Club | The Natyasastra, by Bharata

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! In this episode, Adam and Budi continue the 2025 book club series with 'The Natyasastra', by Bharata, which investigates Ancient Indian Theatre and Rasa Theory. Support the show If you enjoyed this week´s podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. To submit a question: Voice- http://www.speakpipe.com/theatreofothers Email- [email protected] Show Credits Co-Hosts: Adam Marple & Budi Miller Producer: Jack Burmeister Mus...

Apr 07, 20251 hr 11 minSeason 6Ep. 277

TOO Episode 276 - Breaking the Fourth Wall

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! In this episode, Adam and Budi discuss the concept of the fourth wall in theatre, exploring its impact on the relationship between performers and the audience. Does the fourth awl obscure the audience's role, and if so, is it necessary? Support the show If you enjoyed this week´s podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. To submit a question: Voice- http://www.speakpipe.com/theatreofothers Email- [email protected] Show C...

Mar 31, 202559 minSeason 6Ep. 276

TOO Episode 275 - The Actor as a Shaman

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! In this episode Adam and Budi continue their conversation on Theatre as a Way of Life - this time taking an in-depth look at the Actor as a Shaman. Support the show If you enjoyed this week´s podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. To submit a question: Voice- http://www.speakpipe.com/theatreofothers Email- [email protected] Show Credits Co-Hosts: Adam Marple & Budi Miller Producer: Jack Burmeister Music: (Intro) J...

Mar 24, 20251 hrSeason 6Ep. 275

TOO Episode 274 - Theatre as a way of Life: Awakening the Audience's Potential

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! In this episode, Adam and Budi kick off their new series, Theatre as a way of Life', looking at how theatre can be a powerful, transformative experience for exploring the actor and the audience. They start by diving into what it means to be an audience member - how watching theatre can shift our awareness and make us more conscious of our own 'audienceness' in the space. Support the show If you enjoyed this week´s podcast, please leave a ...

Mar 18, 202547 minSeason 6Ep. 274

TOO Episode 273 - The Grad School Series | NYU Tisch | Carl Cofield

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! In this episode, Adam and Budi continue our Grad School Series with Chair of Graduate Acting at NYU Tisch, Carl Cofield. Carl Cofield is the Chair of Graduate Acting at NYU Tisch and has served as the Associate Artistic Director of the Classical Theatre of Harlem since 2018. CTH directing credits include A Midsummer Night's Dream, Twelfth Night, Seize the King, The Bacchae, Antigone, Macbeth, The Tempest, and Dutchman. He also directed Th...

Mar 10, 20251 hr 4 minSeason 6Ep. 273

TOO Episode 272 - Book Club | The Poetics, by Aristotle

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! In the first book club episode of the year, Adam and Budi discuss The Poetics written by Aristotle, with commentary from David Bruin. Support the show If you enjoyed this week´s podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. To submit a question: Voice- http://www.speakpipe.com/theatreofothers Email- [email protected] Show Credits Co-Hosts: Adam Marple & Budi Miller Producer: Jack Burmeister Music: (Intro) Jack Burmeister...

Mar 03, 202559 minSeason 6Ep. 272

TOO Episode 271 - The Spiritual Practice of the Theatre Maker

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! In this episode, Dr Budi and Adam look at identity and spirituality in the theatre. They investigate the intersection between art, culture, and the human experience, and how this shapes your own artistic practice. Support the show If you enjoyed this week´s podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. To submit a question: Voice- http://www.speakpipe.com/theatreofothers Email- [email protected] Show Credits Co-Hosts: Adam M...

Feb 24, 20251 hr 3 minSeason 6Ep. 271

TOO Episode 270 - The Combative Relationship

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! In this episode, Adam and Budi explore the impact of combative behaviour on creativity and community. This extends out to the importance of maintaining and safe and productive environment to allow creative to occur. Support the show If you enjoyed this week´s podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. To submit a question: Voice- http://www.speakpipe.com/theatreofothers Email- [email protected] Show Credits Co-Hosts: Adam...

Feb 17, 202558 minSeason 6Ep. 270

TOO Episode 269 - The Political Theatre

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! Adam and Budi sit down with playwright Future D. Fidel, wherein they discuss the recent escalation of conflict within the Congo. This leads into a conversation about The Political Theatre, and how all theatre is inherently political. This episode was recorded 30/01/2025 Support the show If you enjoyed this week´s podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. To submit a question: Voice- http://www.speakpipe.com/theatreofothers Email- ...

Feb 10, 20251 hr 7 minSeason 6Ep. 269

TOO Epiosde 268 - The 2025 Book Club

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! Join us as we unveil the lineup for our third annual Theatre of Others Book Club! This year, our theme is 'Books you should have studied... but didn't!' We'll explore the works that have shaped theatre and theatre making process through the ages - examining their influence on modern performance practices. Follow along with us and join in on the discussion! February - The Poetics by Aristotle March - The Natyasastra by Bharata April - Fush...

Feb 03, 202548 minSeason 6Ep. 268

TOO Episode 267 - The Grad School Experience

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! In this episode, Adam and Budi sit down with return guest Yao, to discuss their own graduate school experiences; what the training offers you, the benefits of, and whether it is a right choice for you. Mentioned in this episode TOO Episode 213 - The Grad School Series | David Geffen School of Drama at Yale | Walton Wilson Support the show If you enjoyed this week´s podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. To submit a question: Vo...

Jan 27, 20251 hr 12 minSeason 6Ep. 267

TOO Episode 266 - Accomodations vs Adjustments

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! In this episode, Adam and Budi discuss where we should be making adjustments within theatrical environment opposed to how we make accomodations for certain individuals. Mentioned in this episode US Socialist Convention Support the show If you enjoyed this week´s podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. To submit a question: Voice- http://www.speakpipe.com/theatreofothers Email- [email protected] Show Credits Co-Hosts: A...

Jan 21, 202557 minSeason 6Ep. 266

TOO Episode 265 - The 2025 (not) New Years Resolutions

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! In the first episode of our sixth season, Adam and Budi sit down to discuss their upcoming year, and share some of the (not) New Years Resolutions. Also, we have new theme music! We are excited for many new episodes for this upcoming year, please send us through any thoughts or queries. Support the show If you enjoyed this week´s podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. To submit a question: Voice- http://www.speakpipe.com/theatr...

Jan 13, 20251 hr 5 minSeason 6Ep. 265

TOO Episode 264 - The Bali Retreat, with Micha Espinosa & Christopher Bayes

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! In the first episode of the year, Budi sits down with Micha Espinosa, the Artistic Director of the Fitzmaurice Voice Institute, and Christopher Bayes, Professor in the Practice of Acting and Head of Physical Acting at David Geffen School of Drama, to talk about their most recent Bali Retreat they hosted of the New Years. Support the show If you enjoyed this week´s podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. To submit a question: Voi...

Jan 06, 202559 minSeason 6Ep. 264

TOO Episode 263 - The 2024 Year in Review

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! In the final episode of 2024, Adam and Budi reflect on the remarkable year we’ve had on the Theatre of Others Podcast. From an incredible lineup of guests to our engaging 2024 Book Club, it has been a year of growth and connection. We welcomed new company members and broadened our outreach with community given monthly events. We successfully produced our 4th annual audio play festival and the year was capped off with a very successful rem...

Dec 30, 20241 hr 7 minSeason 5Ep. 263

TOO Episode 262 - The Definition of Theatre Re-Release

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! In this penultimate episode of the year, we look back at what we think was the most influential of the year, the episode which sparked much discussion amongst Adam, Budi, and our many guests. We hope you enjoy this re-release with some added commentary from Adam. Support the show If you enjoyed this week´s podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. To submit a question: Voice- http://www.speakpipe.com/theatreofothers Email- podcast...

Dec 26, 20241 hr 8 minSeason 5Ep. 262

TOO Episode 261 - Conversation with Executive Artistic Director of Actors Theatre of Louisville, Robert Fleming

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! Robert Barry Fleming is the Executive Artistic Director of Actors Theatre of Louisville, KY. They have a varied portfolio and a wealth of experience as an artistic leader/administrator, producer, director, choreographer, performing artist, teacher and coach. Their directing/choreography credits include Laura Kaminsky’s transgender journey contemporary opera As One (KY Opera); the world premiere of Jonathan Norton’s I Am Delivered’t ( Dall...

Dec 16, 20241 hr 14 minSeason 5Ep. 261

TOO Episode 260 - Conversation with Artist's Strategy Founder, Joshua Morgan

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! In this episode, Adam and Budi chat with Joshua Morgan, the founder of Artist's Strategy, to talk about the business side of an acting career. From financial planning to networking, they explore how artists can build sustainable careers while navigating the transition from training to the industry. Joshua Morgan is a versatile actor, director, and educator who has performed at prominent theatres across the U.S., including Woolly Mammoth T...

Dec 10, 20241 hr 12 minSeason 5Ep. 260

TOO Episode 259 - Conversation with Playwright, Actress and Producer, Amarantha Robinson

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! In this episode, Budi and Adam sit down with Amarantha Robinson, the playwright and performer of " ILARUN: The Cutting Comb ", which also features company members Jack Burmeister and Jade Hibbert. Amarantha is a multi-talented artist with a passion for producing, performing, and writing. Born and raised in Kingston, Jamaica, Amarantha has been involved in the arts since the age of five, specializing in Afro-Caribbean dance. She honed her ...

Dec 03, 202457 minSeason 5Ep. 259

TOO podcast Ep. 258 - Conversation with Tectonic Theatre Project member Andy Paris

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! In this episode, Adam and Budi are joined by Andy Paris. Join us as Andy talks through the process of creation of 'The Laramie Project', to his personal practice. Andy Paris is a director, writer, actor, teacher, and entrepreneur. As an original member of Tectonic Theater Project, he co-wrote and directed Uncommon Sense, developed and acted in Gross Indecency and The Laramie Cycle (Emmy nomination for writing) and co-wrote the book, Momen...

Nov 25, 20241 hr 14 minSeason 5Ep. 258

TOO Episode 257 - The Journey through Suffering to Presence

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! In this episode, Budi reflects on the 2024 US presidential election. Support the show If you enjoyed this week´s podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. To submit a question: Voice- http://www.speakpipe.com/theatreofothers Email- [email protected] Show Credits Co-Hosts: Adam Marple & Budi Miller Producer: Jack Burmeister Music: (Intro) Jack Burmeister, (Outro) https://www.purple-planet.com Additional compositions b...

Nov 18, 202437 minSeason 5Ep. 257

TOO Episode 256 - Conversation with Master Director and Educator, Richard Schechner

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! In this episode, Budi sits down with Richard Schechner to talk about his extradoinary career in theatre. Richard Schechner, one of the founders of Performance Studies, is a performance theorist, theater director, author, editor of TDR and the Enactments book series, University Professor, and Professor of Performance Studies. Schechner combines his work in performance theory with innovative approaches to the broad spectrum of performance i...

Nov 11, 20241 hrSeason 5Ep. 256

TOO Episode 255 - Conversation with Actor and Theatre Maker, Yao

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! In this episode, Adam and Budi sit down with Yao to discuss their career spanning theatre and film. Support the show If you enjoyed this week´s podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. To submit a question: Voice- http://www.speakpipe.com/theatreofothers Email- [email protected] Show Credits Co-Hosts: Adam Marple & Budi Miller Producer: Jack Burmeister Music: (Intro) Jack Burmeister, (Outro) https://www.purple-plane...

Nov 04, 20241 hr 24 minSeason 5Ep. 255

TOO Episode 254 - Audio New Play Festival | RAGAS OF THE ROOTED HEART

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! Ragas Of The Rooted Heart is a journey through the intertwined emotions of love, identity, and home. Shila, an Indian immigrant artist, reflects on her experiences in New York City while holding onto her deep connection to India. As she stands at the crossroads of two worlds, Shila navigates the complexities of cultural displacement, the evolving meaning of home, and the vulnerability of love. Through poetic monologue and the soulful echo...

Oct 29, 202442 minSeason 5Ep. 254

TOO Episode 253 - Audio New Play Festival, Conversation with Playwright Sneha Sakhare

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! For our final playwright interview in the 2024 Audio New Play Festival, Adam and Budi sit down with Sneha Sakhare to discuss her audio play 'Ragas of the Rooted Heart'. Sneha is an actor, singer, writer, voiceover artist, and teacher from Yavatmal, India, currently based in New York City. Her work is deeply rooted in ‘Prasada Budhi,’ which means a mindset of thinking that everything is a divine offering with whatever is presented to us, s...

Oct 25, 202447 minSeason 5Ep. 253

TOO Episode 252 - Audio New Play Festival | PRAYERS OF MOURNING

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! After losing their grandmother, first-cousins Ziad and Layla are reunited for the first time in years and they are forced to confront the distance that had grown between them. Directed by Nour Haitham Written by Nour El Captan Ziad: Youssef Ghannam Layla: Farida Abdelaziz Support the show If you enjoyed this week´s podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. To submit a question: Voice- http://www.speakpipe.com/theatreofothers Email...

Oct 21, 202423 minSeason 5Ep. 252

TOO Episode 251 - Audio New Play Festival, Conversation with Playwright Nour El Captan

Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here! In this episode Adam is joined by returned playwright, Nour El Captan, to talk about her new audio play - Prayers of Mourning. Nour El Captan is a graduate of the AUC Theatre program. She is a writer and director and has written several works among which are the short films 74 and Wedn Ota and plays Insih, Ward, Three and a Roof, and Meet me at Liberation with The Theatre of Others podcast. She has also worked as a dramaturg and assistant...

Oct 17, 202436 minSeason 5Ep. 251
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