Theatre Rats REDUX

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Host Kris Caalim talks the ins and outs and ups and downs of various movies with a wide ranging cast of guests.

Episodes

  1. MAR 21

    Theatre Rats REDUX: Having the time of our lives with ‘Mamma Mia!’

    In this episode of Theatre Rats REDUX, Kristopher Caalim invites Amaya Baker, Katy Day and Shawn Chand to discuss the 2008 musical film “Mamma Mia!” in celebration of Women’s History Month. The four revisit the film to determine what about its charming nature makes it a classic, heartwarming story about motherhood, girlhood and so much more.

    25 min
  2. Theatre Rats REDUX: Reconnecting with ‘Let It Shine’

    MAR 1

    Theatre Rats REDUX: Reconnecting with ‘Let It Shine’

    In this episode of Theatre Rats REDUX, Kristopher Caalim invites Nykeriyah Brown, Clifton Bullock III, and Maya Danae Taylor to talk about the 2012 Disney Channel original movie, “Let It Shine,” for Black History Month. The four revisit the film to determine what about its charming but corny nature makes it a such a classic film for Black representation

    24 min

  3. 12/15/2025

    Theatre Rats REDUX: Getting cozy and nostalgic with ‘Good Luck Charlie: It’s Christmas!’

    In this festive episode of Theatre Rats REDUX, Kristopher Caalim invites Delaney Lopes, Analah Wallace and Esmeralda Garcia to talk about the 2011 Disney Channel original movie, “Good Luck Charlie: It’s Christmas!” Based on the Disney Channel sitcom of the same name, the four revisit this film to find out what about its quirky nature makes it a beloved holiday movie for each guest.

    23 min

  4. 11/23/2025

    Theatre Rats REDUX: Holding space for “Wicked”

    Kristopher Caalim, alongside Jada Portillo, Daisy Martinez and Delaney Lopes hold space as they re-experience the musical phenomenon “Wicked” in preparation for the sequel coming out this month! Join them as they discuss the 2024 movie's music, themes and legacy as a musical.

    28 min

  5. 10/14/2025

    Theatre Rats REDUX: A Walk Through Lin-Manuel Miranda’s “In The Heights”

    In the return and redux of Theatre Rats, Kristopher Caalim invites Myranda Martinez, Esmeralda Garcia, and Julian Panela to talk about the 2021 film “In The Heights.” Caalim and his three guests explore parts of the film’s themes of community and heritage, while also giving insight into whether Lin-Manuel Miranda’s first musical lives up to his current work, and if his idea of Latino culture is a good representation in film.

    28 min
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Host Kris Caalim talks the ins and outs and ups and downs of various movies with a wide ranging cast of guests.

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  • Creator
    The State Hornet
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
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