29 episodes

A Public Fit Theatre Company presents, Behind the Buzz, a podcast exploring the behind-the-scenes processes that led up to the production of your favorite APF shows.
Featuring honest interviews and stories from theatre designers, performers, and even the occasional surprise guest, Behind the Buzz pulls back the curtain on the fascinating process of making live theatre in Las Vegas, Nevada - the entertainment capital of the world. 

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Behind the Buzz‪!‬ A Public Fit Theatre Company

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    • 4.9 • 18 Ratings

A Public Fit Theatre Company presents, Behind the Buzz, a podcast exploring the behind-the-scenes processes that led up to the production of your favorite APF shows.
Featuring honest interviews and stories from theatre designers, performers, and even the occasional surprise guest, Behind the Buzz pulls back the curtain on the fascinating process of making live theatre in Las Vegas, Nevada - the entertainment capital of the world. 

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Let's Talk About Exit, Pursued by a Bear. Season 4 Episode 5: Revenge is a Dish Best Served Bold.

    Let's Talk About Exit, Pursued by a Bear. Season 4 Episode 5: Revenge is a Dish Best Served Bold.

    A Public Fit Theatre Company is an award-winning ensemble theatre based in Las Vegas, Nevada.
    In this episode of Behind the Buzz, Producing Director Joe Kucan and Artistic Director Ann-Marie Pereth are joined by director Tracey Corea and actors Jackie Lakoudis and Nich Witham to talk about APF's staged reading of Lauren Gunderson's Exit, Pursued by a Bear. They chat about epiphany, stereotypes, and the challenging nature of revenge comedy.
    Fun side note: Ann-Marie's invented word of the week: "remarkability."
    Behind the Buzz is a production of A Public Fit Theatre Company. Copyright 2024, all rights reserved.

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    • 1 hr 13 min
    Let's Talk About the Earth. Season 4 - Episode X: Something Different.

    Let's Talk About the Earth. Season 4 - Episode X: Something Different.

    A Public Fit Theatre Company is an award-winning ensemble theatre based in Las Vegas, Nevada.
    In this special episode of Behind the Buzz, APF Dramaturg Leah Flowers talks with geologist Ginger Summerville about their current production, Alistair McDowall's X and it's connection with global climate change. They discuss the science, the fiction, and what you can do to get involved.
    Our first "Joe-free" episode!
    Behind the Buzz is a production of A Public Fit Theatre Company. Copyright 2024, all rights reserved.

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    • 37 min
    Let's talk about X. Season 4 - Episode 4: Somewhere Between Logan's Run and Bladerunner.

    Let's talk about X. Season 4 - Episode 4: Somewhere Between Logan's Run and Bladerunner.

    A Public Fit Theatre Company is an award-winning ensemble theatre based in Las Vegas, Nevada.
    In this episode of Behind the Buzz, Producing Director Joe Kucan and Artistic Director Ann-Marie Pereth are joined by Director Jake Staley and actors Breon Janay and Nicole Unger to talk about APF's production of Alistair McDowall's X. They discuss sci-fi of the past, the master of the future, and excitement that comes with a little theatrical confusion.
    Fun side note: McDowall's play was originally titled "Twitter"! That's a lie.
    Behind the Buzz is a production of A Public Fit Theatre Company. Copyright 2024, all rights reserved.

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    • 55 min
    Let's Talk About Pipeline - Season 4 - Episode 3: A Personal Connection.

    Let's Talk About Pipeline - Season 4 - Episode 3: A Personal Connection.

    A Public Fit Theatre Company is an award-winning ensemble theatre based in Las Vegas, Nevada.
    In this episode of Behind the Buzz, Producing Director Joe Kucan and Artistic Director Ann-Marie Pereth are joined by Director Jason Nious and Actor Sabrina Cofield to talk about APF's staged reading of Dominque Morisseau's Pipeline.They discuss rhythm, discovery, and thrill of theatrical risk.
    Fun side note: the mystery of the missing episode is finally revealed!
    Behind the Buzz is a production of A Public Fit Theatre Company. Copyright 2024, all rights reserved.

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    • 56 min
    Let's Talk About Indecent. Season 4 Episode 2. Getting the Facts Straight.

    Let's Talk About Indecent. Season 4 Episode 2. Getting the Facts Straight.

    A Public Fit Theatre Company is an award-winning ensemble theatre based in Las Vegas, Nevada.
    In this episode of Behind the Buzz, Producing Director Joe Kucan and Artistic Director Ann-Marie Pereth are joined by dramaturg Leah Flowers to talk about the research that goes into producing historically accurate plays. They chat about the importance of creating an honest culture, the challenge of discovering the right definitions, and the art of fudging the facts.
    Fun side note: pay attention as Joe, the son of 2 English teachers, confuses prepositions for articles!
    Behind the Buzz is a production of A Public Fit Theatre Company. Copyright 2023, al rights reserved.

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    • 52 min
    Let's Talk About A Public Fit. And Now We are Ten.

    Let's Talk About A Public Fit. And Now We are Ten.

    A Public Fit Theatre Company is an award-winning ensemble theatre based in Las Vegas, Nevada.
    In this episode of Behind the Buzz, Producing Director Joe Kucan, Artistic Director Ann-Marie Pereth, and APF Company Manager Brandi Blackman, talk about the upcoming season, our 10th! They chat about the impetus of script choice, the marriage of text to director, and the excitement of facing year 10.
    Fun side note: In this episode, we are gifted the good wishes and recollections from APF fans, fellows and friends! But don't tell A-M; it's a surprise!

    Behind the Buzz is a production of A Public Fit Theatre Company. Copyright 2023, all rights reserved.

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    • 1 hr 2 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
18 Ratings

18 Ratings

Rosie- ( Ovarian Ca Survivor) ,

Thank you !

I want to thank Ann-Marie and Joe for creating this
very special interview with Margaret Edson. I was fortunate
to have seen A Public Fit’s production of Wit and this
opportunity to be introduced to Margaret Edison has been
given me so many things to think about! I just ordered a copy
of the play for my library. I hope some day you will consider
bring Wit back to Las Vegas! This podcast is a
Silverlining during this stifling shutdown ( pandemic ).

AceLasVegas ,

Great Podcast - 100% Authentic to APF

I’ve been a regular patron of A Public Fit Theatre Company since their inaugural season, with the remarkable production of Foxfinder.

I just finished episode 1. I’m an avid listener of podcasts and wasn’t entirely sure what to expect with this one, but like everything APF delivers, the podcast itself felt very professionally produced. Lots of great segments and quality content, plus a variety of different voices, perspectives, and stories.

I was so engaged during episode 1 that my 30 minute morning walk with my dogs turned into an hour walk because I just had to finish the full episode in one sitting.

Most importantly, it felt 100% authentic to APF in terms of discussing the meat and bones of the story, their experiences with it, and illuminating different perspectives about the writing and characters. I also loved hearing more about the research leading into this play as well as the creative process inside the rehearsal room since we don’t always get those glimpses during the live Buzz sessions if the patrons take the dialogue into a completely different direction.

This is such a wonderful alternative to their season this year since we can’t come together yet for live indoor performances. It also offers new patrons an easy taste of what APF is all about.

You’ve made me miss the theatre EVEN MORE than I already did.

Maura Mo, the Morselist ,

LOVED this!

What a Morselicious gem to discover this insightful and inspiring conversation! A blend of two of my favorite topics, theatre and health. Shared with my friends and looking forward to hearing more from A Public Fit!

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