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Dam the Distance is Oregon State University Theatre's podcast. This feed includes audio dramas and interviews with theatre professionals on making a life in the theatre.

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Dam the Distance is Oregon State University Theatre's podcast. This feed includes audio dramas and interviews with theatre professionals on making a life in the theatre.

    Damming the Distance with Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol

    Damming the Distance with Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol

    Oregon State University Theatre presents an immersive audio drama production of Charles Dickens’ beloved tale of redemption A Christmas Carol adapted and directed by Elizabeth Helman. The story of Scrooge, Tiny Tim, and Bob Cratchit has delighted audiences for generations since it was first published in 1843. This new adaptation featuring the vocal talents of OSU students and led by Marion O. Rossi as Ebenezer Scrooge will surely infuse a sense of magic and conviviality into this holiday season!
    Help support the work of OSU Theatre by purchasing a virtual ticket to the production HERE.
    For more information, visit our website at: https://liberalarts.oregonstate.edu/sac/theatre
    For questions and comments, contact us at damthedistance@oregonstate.edu
    Graphic design by Santiago Uceda.

    • 1 hr 36 min
    Damming the Distance with the Christmas Carol Cast Part II

    Damming the Distance with the Christmas Carol Cast Part II

    This week Liz interviews Christmas Carol cast members Lorna Baxter, Alyssa Mueller, AJ Glessner, and Marion Rossi about the upcoming audio drama production and bringing this beloved holiday classic to life.
    To help support this production and the work of OSU Theatre you can purchase a virtual ticket HERE.
    For questions and comments, please contact us at damthedistance@oregonstate.edu
    A Christmas Carol will be available for download on December 11 at 7:30 pm.

    • 45 min
    Damming the Distance with the Christmas Carol Cast Part I

    Damming the Distance with the Christmas Carol Cast Part I

    This week Liz interviews Christmas Carol cast members Alex Johnston, Hannah Schwartz, Noah Fox, and Srimanyu Ganapathineedi about the upcoming audio drama production and bringing this beloved holiday classic to life.
    To help support this production and the work of OSU Theatre you can purchase a virtual ticket HERE.
    For questions and comments, please contact us at damthedistance@oregonstate.edu
    A Christmas Carol will be available for download on December 11 at 7:30 pm.

    • 51 min
    Damming the Distance with Hanna Foshay

    Damming the Distance with Hanna Foshay

    This week Liz chats with Hanna Foshay the student dramaturg of the forthcoming production of A Christmas Carol. Hanna shares her fascinating research about Charles Dickens, the history of Christmas traditions, and the beloved holiday tale that has been cherished for generations.
    A Christmas Carol will be available for download through this feed starting December 11. Help support the work of OSU Theatre by purchasing a virtual ticket HERE.
    Questions? Comments? Contact us at damnthedistance@oregonstate.edu
     

    • 52 min
    Damming the Distance with Sharath Patel

    Damming the Distance with Sharath Patel

    This week Liz interviews the incredibly talented and accomplished award-winning sound designer, educator, and arts envoy to the U.S. Department of State Sharath Patel. Sharath shares his story and talks about his artistic process and passion for all things sound. Find out more about Sharath and his incredible career by visiting his website: http://www.sharathpatel.com/
    In other OSU Theatre news, virtual tickets for the upcoming audio drama production of A Christmas Carol are available now by visiting this direct link. Find out more by visiting us at: https://liberalarts.oregonstate.edu/sac/theatre/university-theatre
    Questions? Comments? Contact us at damthedistance@oregonstate.edu
     

    • 1 hr 10 min
    Damming the Distance with Yashar Kafi

    Damming the Distance with Yashar Kafi

    Liz interviews LA based stand-up comedian, actor, writer, podcaster, and world’s biggest Chuck Norris fan, Yashar Kafi.  Yashar’s  journey began as a young Kung-Fu movie fan from Iran who made the decision to study law in the UK and the United States. While at the University of Oregon, Yashar discovered his passion for performance and knack for comedy which led to his current career path. This is a really fun conversation about some of the challenges of living and working in LA and navigating “the business.”
    Visit Yashar's website at yasharcomedy.com
    And connect with him on all the social media platforms:
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yasharcomedy
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/ykafi
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasharcomedy/?hl=en
     

    • 1 hr 7 min

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