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The Talk Theatre In Chicago Podcast is your audio source for Chicago's theatre scene.  Each episode delivers in-depth interviews of those making theatre happen.

We have had a total of 427 episodes and interviewed 548 different guests! View the alphabetical list of all guests.

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Susan Hart and Ben Viccellio
Susan Hart and Ben Viccellio - Apr 30, 2007

On this week's episode of Talk Theatre In Chicago we have an interview with Susan Hart and Ben Viccellio from "Oedipus Complex" at the Goodman Theatre. Also we have an audio review of "Frozen" by Next Theatre Company and Chicago's Theatre News.
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The Puppetmaster of Lodz
The Puppetmaster of Lodz - Apr 23, 2007

On this week's episode, Anne Nicholson Weber talks with director Jimmy McDermott, puppet artist Michael Montenegro and actor Larry Neumann, Jr. about their collaboration on "The Puppetmaster of Lodz" currently playing at Writers’ Theatre. Also, we have an audio review of the show and Chicago's Theatre News.
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Tony Fiorentino
Tony Fiorentino - Apr 16, 2007

On this week's episode of Talk Theatre In Chicago we have an interview with Playwright Tony Fiorentino about his new show "Fraternal Instinct." Also, we have an audio review of the show and Chicago's Theatre News.
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Jeff Awards
Jeff Awards - Apr 9, 2007

On this weeks episode of Talk Theatre In Chicago we interview members of the Joseph Jefferson Awards Committee about the judging process. Also, we have an audio review of "She Stoops to Conquer" and Chicago's Theatre News.
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Lia D. Mortensen and Daniel Cantor
Lia D. Mortensen and Daniel Cantor - Apr 2, 2007

For this week's episode of Talk Theatre In Chicago we have an interview with Lia D. Mortensen and Daniel Cantor from David Lindsey-Abaire's "Rabbit Hole" at the Goodman Theatre. Also, we have an audio review of "Rabbit Hole" and Chicago's Theatre News.
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Peter Oyloe
Peter Oyloe - Mar 26, 2007

On this week's episode we have an interview with Peter Oyloe from The Actors Workshop Theatre production of Peter Shaffer's "Equus". We also have an audio review of "Equus" and Chicago's Theatre News.
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Silk Road Theatre Project
Silk Road Theatre Project - Mar 19, 2007

On this episode of Talk Theatre In Chicago we have an interview with Jamil Khoury and Malik Gillani about the impetus for the founding of their company, Silk Road Theatre Project. Also, we have another audio review and Chicago's Theatre News.
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Signal Ensemble
Signal Ensemble - Mar 12, 2007

On this episode of Talk Theatre In Chicago we have an interview with Signal Ensemble Theatre about their latest show "The Wier." Also, we have an audio review of "The Wier" and Chicago's Theatre News.
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Chicago's Department of Cultural Affairs
Chicago's Department of Cultural Affairs - Mar 5, 2007

On this week's episode of Talk Theatre in Chicago, we talk to Janet Carl Smith, Julie Burros and Claire Geall Sutton from the City of Chicago's Department of Cultural Affairs. Also, we have an audio review of "The Piano Tuner" and Chicago's Theatre News.
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Lee Pelty
Lee Pelty - Feb 26, 2007

On this week's episode of Talk Theatre In Chicago we have an interview with Lee Pelty from Theatre at the Center's "Fiddler on the Roof". Also, we have an audio review of "Fiddler" and Chicago's Theatre News.
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Jason Loewith and David Cromer
Jason Loewith and David Cromer - Feb 19, 2007

For this week's episode we have an interview with Jason Loewith and David Cromer from "The Adding Machine" by Next Theatre Company. Also, we have an audio review of "Oklahoma" and Chicago's Theatre News.
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Linda Reiter
Linda Reiter - Feb 12, 2007

For our 1 Year Anniversary episode we have an interview with Linda Reiter from Shattered Globe Theatre's "The Price". We also have an audio review of "The Price", and Chicago's Theatre News.
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George Wendt and Richard Thomas
George Wendt and Richard Thomas - Feb 5, 2007

This week on Talk Theatre In Chicago we have an interview with George Wendt and Richard Thomas from "Twelve Angry Men" now playing at the LaSalle Bank Theatre. We also have an audio review of "Twelve Angry Men", and Chicago's Theatre News.
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Dennis Watkins & Nathan Allen
Dennis Watkins & Nathan Allen - Jan 29, 2007

On this week's episode of the Talk Theatre in Chicago Podcast we have an interview with the people behind The House Theatre. Also we have an audio review of "The Sparrow", and Chicago's Theatre News.
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Mikhael Tara Garver
Mikhael Tara Garver - Jan 22, 2007

On this week's episode we have an interview with Mikhael Tara Garver from Uma Productions. We also have an audio review of Faith Healer, and Chicago's Theatre News.
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Cherry Jones
Cherry Jones - Jan 15, 2007

On this week's episode of Talk Theatre In Chicago we have an interview with actress Cherry Jones from "Doubt". Also, we have another audio review and Chicago's Theatre News.
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Kevin Massey
Kevin Massey - Jan 8, 2007

On this week's episode of Talk Theatre In Chicago we have an interview with actor Kevin Massey from Chicago Shakespeare Theatre's "The Three Musketeers". Also, we have another audio review and Chicago's Theatre News.
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Al Bresloff
Al Bresloff - Jan 1, 2007

To kick off the New Year on this week's episode of Talk Theatre In Chicago we have an interview with Theatre Critic Al Bresloff. Also, we have an audio review of "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof," and Chicago's Theatre News.
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Margie Korshak
Margie Korshak - Dec 25, 2006

On this week's episode of the Talk Theatre in Chicago Podcast we have an interview Margie Korshak from Margie Korshak, Inc. Also we have another audio review and Chicago's theatre news.
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Michael Smith
Michael Smith - Dec 18, 2006

On this week's episode of the Talk Theatre in Chicago Podcast, we have an interview with Michael Smith from the Victory Gardens Theater's production of "The Snow Queen". Also, we have another audio review along with Chicago's Theatre News.
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Felicia Fields
Felicia Fields - Dec 11, 2006

On this week's episode of Talk Theatre In Chicago we have an interview with Felicia Fields from the smash hit "The Color Purple". Also, we have another audio review and Dustin Mote delivers Chicago's Theatre News.
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Jonathan Weir
Jonathan Weir - Dec 4, 2006

On this week's episode of the Talk Theatre in Chicago Podcast, we have an interview with Jonathan Weir who plays Scrooge in Goodman Theatre's annual classic holiday production "A Christmas Carol". Also, we have another audio review along with Chicago's Theatre News
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Bob Knuth and Kevin Bellie
Bob Knuth and Kevin Bellie - Nov 27, 2006

On this week's episode of the Talk Theatre in Chicago Podcast, we have an interview with Producing Director Bob Knuth and Artistic Director Kevin Bellie from Circle Theatre. Also, we have another audio review and Dustin Mote delivers Chicago's Theatre News.
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Hadley Fraser
Hadley Fraser - Nov 20, 2006

On this week's episode of Talk Theatre In Chicago, critic Tom Williams talks with Hadley Fraser who is currently playing one of the lead roles as Tiernan in the epic musical "The Pirate Queen". Also, we have another audio review and Dustin Mote delivers Chicago's Theatre News.
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Elliot, a Soldier's Fugue
Elliot, a Soldier's Fugue - Nov 13, 2006

On this week's episode, Anne Nicholson Weber talks to director Lisa Portes and cast members Meighan Gerachis and Juan Villa about "Elliott, A Soldier's Fugue", by Quiara Allegria Hudes. They discuss the artistic challenges presented by the unusual form of the play, the emotional impact it has had on veterans, and the organizational challenges and rewards of co-production. Also, we have another audio review and Dustin Mote delivers Chicago's Theatre News
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Nick Sandys
Nick Sandys - Nov 6, 2006

On this week's episode of Talk Theatre In Chicago, critic Joe Stead talks with Nick Sandys of Remy Bumppo about their latest play "The Real Thing". Also, we have another audio review and Dustin Mote delivers Chicago's Theatre News.
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Children's Theatre
Children's Theatre - Oct 30, 2006

On this week's episode of Talk Theatre in Chicago Podcast Anne Nicholson Weber talks with Frances Limoncelli of Lifeline Theatre, Tom Arvetis of Vittum Theatre, and Andrew Lines of Tireswing Theatre about making theatre for children in Chicago. Also, we have another audio review, and Dustin Mote delivers Chicago's Theatre News
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Michael Menendian
Michael Menendian - Oct 23, 2006

On this week's episode of the Talk Theatre in Chicago Podcast, we have an interview with Raven Theatre's Artistic Director MICHAEL MENENDIAN. Also, we have another audio review and Dustin Mote delivers Chicago's Theatre News.
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Neil LaBute
Neil LaBute - Oct 16, 2006

On this week's episode of Talk Theatre in Chicago Podcast Anne Nicholson Weber interviews Playwright NEIL LABUTE. Also we have another audio review, and Dustin Mote delivers Chicago's Theatre News.
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Stacey Flaster
Stacey Flaster - Oct 9, 2006

On this week's episode of the Talk Theatre in Chicago Podcast we have an interview with local Choreographer STACEY FLASTER. Also, Tom Williams brings us another audio review and Dustin Mote delivers Chicago's Theatre News.
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Gene Janson
Gene Janson - Oct 2, 2006

On this week's episode of the Talk Theatre in Chicago Podcast, we have an interview with Gene Janson. Also Tom Williams brings us another audio review, and Dustin Mote delivers Chicago's Theatre News.

We posted this podcast interview on October 2nd. We are deeply saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Gene on October 4th. Our condolences go out to his family and friends.
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David Cromer
David Cromer - Sep 25, 2006

For this week's episode of the Talk Theatre In Chicago Podcast Anne Nicholson Weber talks with DAVID CROMER. Also we bring you another audio review, and Dustin Mote delivers Chicago's Theatre News.
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Josh Solomon and Matt Dyson
Josh Solomon and Matt Dyson - Sep 18, 2006

On this week's episode of the Talk Theatre in Chicago Podcast we have an interview with JOSH SOLOMON and MATT DYSON from One Theatre's "Lend Me A Tenor". Also, Tom Williams brings us another audio review and Dustin Mote delivers Chicago's Theatre News.
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