Welcome back to the Fort!In Episode 2 of Playdate, Lorena Martinez plays and dives deep with Broadway director Kristin Hanggi (Rock of Ages, Bare: A Pop Opera, Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion: The Musical) between playful segments and a soul-level conversation about art, faith, magic, witches, and creative purpose.Inside the Fort, expect laughter, games, craft-time chaos, and theatrical storytelling… along with an honest exploration of:• The industry setbacks that led Kristin to discovering her true purpose• Directing Broadway legends and bringing iconic musicals to life• How the queer community models radical authenticity• The intersection of God, theater, and creative calling• What it really means to be a Witch• Women’s circles, superpowers, and reclaiming magic without fearThis episode gets real about spirituality and art. About failure and divine redirection. About discovering your creative superpowers and learning how to access them.If you’ve ever felt called to something bigger… If you’re curious about witches, women’s circles, or the spiritual language artists use…If you love musical theater and bold conversations about faith and authenticity…Grab some crayons, pour something yummy and welcome to the Fort!CHAPTERS:00:00 Welcome to Playdate!1:56 Love Bomb!6:52 Poetry, Play and Little Kristin10:33 Magic and God- A Faith Journey15:15 Directing Bear- Creating Holy Space18:49 Becoming a Director: Rejection Turned Redirection.22:45 Queer Community: A Lesson of Authenticity28:10 Dare Time!30:25 Directing Broadway Icons33:38 Navigating The Fear Storm35:53 Puppets Reading Poetry: “God, Sex and Musical Theater”38:41 Craft Time and Magical Witch Conversation51:30 The Grimoire Closing Ritual52:52 "Job Description To Myself" by Kristin Hanggi✨ About PlaydatePlaydate is a filmed podcast and creative playground hosted by Lorena Martinez; actor, creator, and TEDx speaker.Inside this fort for grown adults, we love hard, play, create, laugh, and have honest conversations about creativity, courage, and building a life you’re obsessed with.✨ Sobre PlaydatePlaydate es un podcast filmado y un mundo mágico creativo, conducido por Lorena Martinez: actriz, creadora y conferencista TEDx.Dentro de este fuerte para adultos, amamos con intensidad, jugamos, creamos, reímos y tenemos conversaciones honestas sobre creatividad, valentía y cómo construir una vida que te obsesione.”🔗 Follow & ConnectHost — Lorena MartinezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/biencreativelorena/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@playdatewithlorenaWebsite: https://www.playdatetheshow.comActing/Speaking/Coaching: https://www.biencreative.comGuest — Kristin HanggiInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hanggilove/Website: https://www.kristinhanggi.com/💌 Media, Partnerships & SponsorshipsFor media inquiries, brand partnerships, or sponsorship opportunities, please contact:📩 pr@biencreative.com⭐️ If You Loved This EpisodePlease subscribe, leave a review on Apple Podcasts and rate it 5 stars! That'd me amazing! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/playdate-the-show/id1878479697 Share this episode with someone who needs a little bit more play in their life!
