Women & Theatre Podcast

The Women & Theatre RISE Series presents mini-interviews conducted at the Inaugural RISE Summit with network partners of RISE Theatre, all of which are organizations working to increase equity in the theatre industry. In this episode, Hayley and Amy talk with Maria Porto and Shane Dittmar from Access Broadway NY. Click here for a transcript of the episode! Episode Notes Hosts: Hayley Goldenberg and Amy AndrewsGuest: Maria Porto and Shane Dittmar, Access Broadway NYMusic: Chloe Geller Listen to all published episodes of the Women & Theatre RISE Series here. Many thanks to RISE Theatre, Maestra Music, Playbill, and all the amazing organizations working to increase equity in theatre! Episode Resources: Access Broadway NY website Follow Access Broadway on Instagram Accessibility requests/needs: Please email accessbroadwayny@gmail.com Visit Shane’s website Follow Maria on Instagram About Access Broadway NY: Access Broadway NY is a group of consultants, advocates and strategists that use their combined experiences to create a thorough and clear map to Accessibility for you and your entertainment venue. They hope to not only connect with their clients but to create long lasting mutually respectful relationships.  Access Broadway NY believes in making Theatre truly Accessible for all, from impartial advice to a complete Access Audit to help make the most of your space. They strive to help entertainment venues create paths for accessibility in all areas. Thanks for listening! Who do you want to hear from next on the Women & Theatre Podcast? Nominate someone here. The Women & Theatre Podcast is created and produced by Hayley Goldenberg and Amy Andrews. Please like, comment, subscribe, follow us on Instagram and Facebook, and consider making a donation to support our work. Thank you for listening!

In a captivating conversation, Rachel Walker Mason, a British songwriter and GRAMMY voting member known for her musical 'The Circle,' shares her journey of self-discovery and the importance of authenticity in art. The discussion highlights the power of women supporting women in the creative community. Rachel elaborates on balancing her artistic aspirations with family life and the challenges of representation in theatre. She also reflects on how art can transform emotional struggles and foster a vibrant, inclusive community.

The Women & Theatre RISE Series presents mini-interviews conducted at the Inaugural RISE Summit with network partners of RISE Theatre, all of which are organizations working to increase equity in the theatre industry. In this episode, Hayley and Amy talk with Heather Shields and Erica Rotstein from The Business of Broadway. Click here for a transcript of the episode! Episode Notes Hosts: Hayley Goldenberg and Amy AndrewsGuest: Heather Shields and Erica Rotstein, The Business of BroadwayMusic: Chloe Geller Listen to all published episodes of the Women & Theatre RISE Series here. Many thanks to RISE Theatre, Maestra Music, Playbill, and all the amazing organizations working to increase equity in theatre! Episode Resources: The Business of Broadway website Follow Business of Broadway on Instagram Follow Heather on Instagram Erica’s website RISE Theatre network partners About The Business of Broadway: The Business of Broadway’s goal is to pull back the curtain and democratize the business knowledge that has so often been withheld and therefore perpetuated a hierarchical system with producers situated at the top. By empowering people with deeper insight into how the artistry and economics interplay, their aim is not only to lay the groundwork for more effective and nonhierarchical future collaborations, but also allow people to urgently challenge the ways in which the business has historically operated and consider how we can build a more equitable, inclusive industry model that serves everyone. Thanks for listening! Who do you want to hear from next on the Women & Theatre Podcast? Nominate someone here. The Women & Theatre Podcast is created and produced by Hayley Goldenberg and Amy Andrews. Please like, comment, subscribe, follow us on Instagram and Facebook, and consider making a donation to support our work. Thank you for listening!

The conversation dives into the essentials of self-care, exploring how it often becomes a buzzword while emphasizing its real impact on personal growth. The hosts share personal anecdotes about the emotional ties between art and well-being. There's a strong focus on the unique challenges faced by those in the theater community, especially regarding self-worth and productivity. Practical tips for setting boundaries and advocating for mental health resources are discussed, fostering a compassionate approach to maintaining self-care in a chaotic world.

The Women & Theatre RISE Series presents mini-interviews conducted at the Inaugural RISE Summit with network partners of RISE Theatre, all of which are organizations working to increase equity in the theatre industry. In this episode, Hayley and Amy talk with Mieko Gavia from Black Revolutionary Theatre Workshop. Click here for a transcript of the episode! Episode Notes Hosts: Hayley Goldenberg and Amy AndrewsGuest: Mieko Gavia, Black Revolutionary Theatre WorkshopMusic: Chloe Geller Listen to all published episodes of the Women & Theatre RISE Series here. Many thanks to RISE Theatre, Maestra Music, Playbill, and all the amazing organizations working to increase equity in theatre! Episode Resources: Black Revolutionary Theatre Workshop website BRTW on Instagram BRTW on Facebook Mieko’s website RISE Theatre network partners About Black Revolutionary Theatre Workshop: Black Revolutionary Theatre Workshop, LLC (BRTW) uses narrative and performance as a methodology to recenter Black narratives in identifiable and solvable problems. BRTW is a Brooklyn-based collective founded in summer 2015. They are dedicated to developing, producing, incubating, and promoting Black art and artists who actively engage with justice in their work. BRTW recognizes that we live in a world rife with injustice, including but not limited to those that impact individuals and communities due to: race, gender, sexuality, religion, disability, language and literacy, court involvement, economic status, and nation of origin. BRTW’s work brings artists and audiences into conversation and community action, centering Black intersectional identities and experiences. In accessible narrative, performance, conversation, and media, BRTW seeks to create art as revolution. Thanks for listening! Who do you want to hear from next on the Women & Theatre Podcast? Nominate someone here. The Women & Theatre Podcast is created and produced by Hayley Goldenberg and Amy Andrews. Please like, comment, subscribe, follow us on Instagram and Facebook, and consider making a donation to support our work. Thank you for listening!

Join Broadway performer Happy McPartlin, known for her roles in The Notebook and Come From Away, as she shares her inspiring journey in theatre. She discusses the unpredictable life of a standby performer and the importance of storytelling in fostering human connections. Happy reflects on maintaining her values during career highs and lows and offers insights on balancing motherhood with a demanding career. Their heartfelt conversation emphasizes community support and resilience in the face of industry challenges.

The Women & Theatre RISE Series presents mini-interviews conducted at the Inaugural RISE Summit with network partners of RISE Theatre, all of which are organizations working to increase equity in the theatre industry. In this episode, Hayley and Amy talk with Caylin Waller from Theatre Advocacy Project. Click here for a transcript of the episode! Episode Notes Hosts: Hayley Goldenberg and Amy AndrewsGuest: Caylin Waller, Theatre Advocacy ProjectMusic: Chloe Geller Listen to all published episodes of the Women & Theatre RISE Series here. Many thanks to RISE Theatre, Maestra Music, Playbill, and all the amazing organizations working to increase equity in theatre! Episode Resources: Theatre Advocacy Project website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn RISE Theatre network partners About Theatre Advocacy Project: Theatre Advocacy Project | TAP is revolutionizing HR for the performing arts by ensuring safe and equitable working conditions for all theatre professionals. TAP envisions a future in which all theatre professionals are safe from discrimination, harassment, and abuse, allowing for the advancement of braver, more collaborative, and exploratory art-making. Thanks for listening! Who do you want to hear from next on the Women & Theatre Podcast? Nominate someone here. The Women & Theatre Podcast is created and produced by Hayley Goldenberg and Amy Andrews. Please like, comment, subscribe, follow us on Instagram and Facebook, and consider making a donation to support our work. Thank you for listening!

The Women & Theatre RISE Series presents mini-interviews conducted at the Inaugural RISE Summit with network partners of RISE Theatre, all of which are organizations working to increase equity in the theatre industry. In this episode, Hayley and Amy talk with Jacquelyn Jordan from the Dramatists Guild Foundation. Click here for a transcript of the episode! Episode Notes Hosts: Hayley Goldenberg and Amy AndrewsGuest: Jacquelyn Jordan, Dramatists Guild FoundationMusic: Chloe Geller Listen to all published episodes of the Women & Theatre RISE Series here. Many thanks to RISE Theatre, Maestra Music, Playbill, and all the amazing organizations working to increase equity in theatre! Episode Resources: Dramatists Guild Foundation website DGF Catalyst Fellowship RISE Theatre network partners About Dramatists Guild Foundation: Dramatists Guild Foundation (DGF) is a national charity that fuels the future of American theater by supporting the writers who create it. DGF fosters playwrights, composers, lyricists, and librettists at all stages of their careers. DGF sponsors educational programs; provides awards, grants, and stipends; offers free space to create new works; and gives emergency aid to writers in need of immediate support. In 2024, DGF received a 2024 Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre for their life-changing support of theater writers. By supporting and nurturing the creators of today, we protect the stories of tomorrow. Thanks for listening! Who do you want to hear from next on the Women & Theatre Podcast? Nominate someone here. The Women & Theatre Podcast is created and produced by Hayley Goldenberg and Amy Andrews. Please like, comment, subscribe, follow us on Instagram and Facebook, and consider making a donation to support our work. Thank you for listening!

In this episode, Hayley and Amy talk with arts administrator and producer Skye Cone Ivey about values-first producing, making space for people who have been excluded, advocating for mental health and women’s health, and more. Click here for a transcript of the episode! Episode Notes Hosts: Hayley Goldenberg and Amy AndrewsGuest: Skye Cone IveyMusic: Chloe Geller Episode Resources: National Alliance for Musical Theatre Hot Girls Write Musicals More Than Enough by Elaine Welteroth  Period Power: Harness Your Hormones and Get Your Cycle Working For You by Maisie Hill Her Mood Mentor National Alliance on Mental Illness Support Groups Guest Bio: Skye Cone Ivey (she/ella) is a Latina, feminist and changemaker based in NYC. She is the New Works Associate and a Festival Producer for the Annual Festival of New Musicals at the National Alliance for Musical Theatre. Skye is originally from St. Petersburg, Florida and has been living in NYC since receiving a BFA in Stage Management from the University of Cincinnati College - Conservatory of Music (CCM). Selected regional stage management credits include: Cincinnati Opera, Florida Grand Opera, Theatre Now New York and the Prototype Festival. Skye also works as a wedding planner and a mental health advocate with the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Find Skye Online: Instagram Thanks for listening! Who do you want to hear from next on the Women & Theatre Podcast? Nominate someone here. The Women & Theatre Podcast is created and produced by Hayley Goldenberg and Amy Andrews. Please like, comment, subscribe, follow us on Instagram and Facebook, and consider making a donation to support our work. Thank you for listening!

The Women & Theatre RISE Series presents mini-interviews conducted at the Inaugural RISE Summit with network partners of RISE Theatre, all of which are organizations working to increase equity in the theatre industry. In this episode, Hayley and Amy talk with RISE Theatre Program Manager Victoria Detres. Click here for a transcript of the episode! Episode Notes: Hosts: Hayley Goldenberg and Amy AndrewsGuest: Victoria Detres, RISE TheatreMusic: Chloe Geller Many thanks to RISE Theatre, Maestra Music, Playbill, and all the amazing organizations working to increase equity in theatre! Episode Resources: RISE Theatre website RISE Theatre network partners About RISE Theatre: RISE (Representation, Inclusion, & Support for Employment) Theatre seeks to build a more equitable and inclusive theatre industry by centralizing DEIA tools and resources through a network of partners and a national personnel directory that focuses on folks from underrepresented backgrounds, including but not limited to people of color, women, trans, nonbinary, deaf, and disabled theatre professionals. Thanks for listening! Who do you want to hear from next on the Women & Theatre Podcast? Nominate someone here. The Women & Theatre Podcast is created and produced by Hayley Goldenberg and Amy Andrews. Please like, comment, subscribe, follow us on Instagram and Facebook, and consider making a donation to support our work. Thank you for listening!