Acting Up with GTC

Micky Shearon and Matt Beutner
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Welcome to "Acting Up with GTC," the podcast of the Granbury Theatre Company! Broadcasting from the historic Granbury Opera House, we bring you behind-the-scenes with exclusive interviews featuring our talented staff, production teams, and cast members. Tune in to hear the latest buzz on our current performances, upcoming shows, and auditions, alongside lively discussions about all things theatre and the arts. Whether you're a local theatre aficionado or a passionate arts enthusiast, "Acting Up with GTC" is your ticket to the captivating world of community theatre in Granbury, Texas.

  1. 2d ago

    AUGTC S3 E14 Brooke Goodson and the Power of Community Partnerships in Theatre

    🎭 What happens when schools, community theatres, teachers, families and young performers all show up for one another? Something pretty extraordinary! In Season 3, Episode 14 of Acting Up with GTC, host Micky Shearon visits with Acton Middle School Theatre Director Brooke Goodson and student performers Stevie Morgan, Tanner Stanfield, Aria Leblo and Evan Turner. Brooke shares how she discovered theatre as an Acton Middle School student, returned to teach in the very classroom where it all began, and built meaningful connections between her school program, Granbury Theatre Academy and the Granbury Theatre Company. Together, the students discuss the friendships, confidence and sense of family they have found through performing. ❤️ We also preview Acton Middle School’s production of Seussical Jr., featuring: 🎩 Evan Turner as Horton the Elephant🌟 Tanner Stanfield as JoJo🐦 Stevie Morgan as Gertrude McFuzz✨ Aria Leblo as a Bird Girl Seussical Jr. runs November 6–8 at Acton Middle School: Friday at 7 p.m. Saturday at 2:30 and 7 p.m. Sunday at 2:30 p.m. Come support these talented young performers and discover why strong community partnerships help theatre programs—and students—thrive! ▶️ Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel, listen on Spotify, or stream it anytime in the free Acting Up with GTC app. #ActingUpWithGTC #GranburyTheatreCompany #SeussicalJr #TheatreEducation #CommunityTheatre Chapters 00:00 Meet Brooke Goodson and her Acton Middle School students 03:10 Seussical Jr. returns as Goodson’s year-ten teaching show 07:39 The students explain what they love about theater 09:36 Favorite Academy and mainstage productions 12:05 Goodson’s first audition changed her path 15:29 From Tarleton to returning home to Granbury 18:29 What it’s like to have your teacher as a castmate 23:25 How school and community theater partnerships work 26:23 Why middle-school theater needs a whole community 28:07 Students and theater colleagues help build the show 31:17 Shared experience raises skills and creates belonging 34:26 Performance dates, tickets, and where to find updates 36:57 A 75-person cast prepares for Seussical Jr. 39:57 The music and harmonies that moved Goodson to tears 41:15 The cast invites the community to come see the show

    AUGTC S3 E14 Brooke Goodson and the Power of Community Partnerships in Theatre

  2. Oct 22

    AUGTC S3 E13: The Great Gatsby | Love, Obsession & the Roaring Twenties

    🥂 Welcome to the Roaring Twenties! Micky Shearon and Matt Beutner sit down with The Great Gatsby director Eme Dvorak and cast members Brian Lawson and Hannah Young for a lively behind-the-scenes conversation about love, obsession, decadence and bringing this American classic to the Granbury stage. Hear about Eme’s directorial debut, Hannah’s commanding take on Jordan Baker, Brian’s approach to playing Tom Buchanan, and the remarkable acting and artistry powering this production. 🎭 The Great Gatsby runs October 23–November 8 at the Granbury Opera House. Get tickets at www.granburytheatrecompany.org or call 817-579-0952. Timestamps00:00 — Welcome and episode introduction01:18 — Previewing The Great Gatsby03:44 — Academy updates and the busy season ahead07:07 — Upcoming shows: The Long Run, The Secret Garden, The Nutcracker Ballet, and Holiday Inn10:36 — Meet director Eme Dvorak and cast members Hannah Young and Brian Lawson11:33 — Tech week and the cast’s preparation12:28 — Emmy on directing for the first time13:13 — The story and themes of The Great Gatsby14:39 — How the stage adaptation follows Fitzgerald’s novel16:36 — The female characters in this version17:06 — Hannah Young on playing Jordan Baker18:30 — Brian Lawson on playing Tom Buchanan20:23 — Brian’s approach to portraying villains21:28 — Hannah on confidence and Jordan’s presence22:55 — Emmy on the production’s artistic style28:41 — Why the guests think audiences should see the show31:10 — Why The Great Gatsby is an “actor’s show”32:07 — A Leonardo DiCaprio toast bit33:46 — Shoutouts to the production team37:57 — Opening date and ticket information42:37 — Academy season updates and Moriarty auditions45:56 — The Acting Up with GTC app47:19 — Closing

    AUGTC S3 E13: The Great Gatsby | Love, Obsession & the Roaring Twenties

  3. Oct 13

    AUGTC S3 E12 The Big Reveal - The 2027 Broadway on the Brazos Season Reveal

    🎭✨ THE BIG REVEAL IS HERE! ✨🎭 After months of planning, applications, licensing and anticipation, all nine shows in Granbury Theatre Company’s 2027 Broadway on the Brazos season are finally ready to be announced! Join Micky Shearon and Matt Beutner as they reveal a fun and wonderfully eclectic season filled with mystery, laughter, romance, adventure, imagination and Broadway magic—from Moriarty all the way to Disney’s Frozen! 🎶🔎❄️ Which show are you most excited to see? Tell us in the comments! 👇 📺 Watch the episode on our YouTube channel, 🎧 listen on Spotify or 📱 stream it anytime in the Acting Up with Granbury Theatre Company app! #ActingUpWithGTC #BroadwayOnTheBrazos #GranburyTheatreCompany #GranburyOperaHouse #TheBigReveal

    AUGTC S3 E12 The Big Reveal - The 2027 Broadway on the Brazos Season Reveal

  4. Sep 18

    AUGTC S3 E10 Everybody Cut Loose! Bringing Footloose to the Granbury Stage

    Everybody cut loose! 🎶🕺 In Season 3, Episode 10 of Acting Up with GTC, hosts Micky Shearon and Matt Beutner go behind the curtain of Footloose the Musical with director Garrett Hollowell and cast members David Young and Jen Maroney. Discover how this production gives the beloved story a fresh, contemporary feel while preserving its iconic music, infectious energy and powerful message about grief, healing, family and finding the courage to challenge old ways of thinking. 🎭✨ ▶️ Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel, listen on Spotify or stream it anytime in the Acting Up with GTC app! #ActingUpWithGTC #Footloose #GranburyTheatreCompany #GranburyOperaHouse #MusicalTheatre #BehindTheCurtain #CommunityTheatre #GranburyTX

  5. Sep 18

    AUGTC S3 E10 Everybody Cut Loose! Bringing Footloose to the Granbury Stage

    It’s time to cut loose! On this brand-new episode of Acting Up with GTC, we take you behind the scenes of Footloose the Musical! Micky Shearon and Matt Beutner sit down with director Garrett Hollowell and cast members David Young and Jen Maroney to explore the heart behind this high-energy production. From its unforgettable music and spectacular dancing to its moving themes of grief, healing, family, and finding your voice, this Footloose is more than an ’80s nostalgia trip—it’s a timeless story presented with a fresh, contemporary vision. Watch the episode on our YouTube channel, listen on Spotify or stream it in the Acting Up with GTC app! #ActingUpWithGTC #FootlooseTheMusical #GranburyTheatreCompany #GranburyOperaHouse #BehindTheCurtain #TheatreLife #CommunityTheatre #GranburyTX

    AUGTC S3 E10 Everybody Cut Loose! Bringing Footloose to the Granbury Stage

  6. Aug 20

    AUGTC S3 E9: You Can Do Hard Things: Harlan Bowling Takes the Stage

    What happens when a forty-something software engineer steps away from his desk and onto the stage—for the very first time? 🎭 In Season 3, Episode 9 of Acting Up with GTC, Micky Shearon sits down with Harlan Bowling to discuss his remarkable first year in theatre—from auditioning for Arsenic and Old Lace on a whim to singing in Seven Brides for Seven Brothers and dancing across the Granbury Opera House stage in Mary Poppins! ☂️🐻 Harlan shares an encouraging message for anyone who has ever dreamed of trying something new: “You can do hard things. You might surprise yourself.” ✨ ▶️ Watch or listen on Spotify, or enjoy the episode in the Acting Up with GTC app—and don’t forget to subscribe! #ActingUpWithGTC #GranburyTheatreCompany #CommunityTheatre #BehindTheCurtain #TheatreLife #GranburyOperaHouse #YouCanDoHardThings #GranburyTX 🎙️🎭

    AUGTC S3 E9: You Can Do Hard Things: Harlan Bowling Takes the Stage

  7. Aug 20

    AUGTC S3 E9: You Can Do Hard Things: Harlan Bowling Takes the Stage

    What happens when a forty-something software engineer steps away from his desk and onto the stage—for the very first time? 🎭 In Season 3, Episode 9 of Acting Up with GTC, Micky Shearon sits down with Harlan Bowling to discuss his remarkable first year in theatre—from auditioning for Arsenic and Old Lace on a whim to singing in Seven Brides for Seven Brothers and dancing across the Granbury Opera House stage in Mary Poppins! ☂️🐻 Harlan shares an encouraging message for anyone who has ever dreamed of trying something new: “You can do hard things. You might surprise yourself.” ✨ ▶️ Watch now on our YouTube channel, listen on Spotify, or enjoy the episode in the Acting Up with GTC app—and don’t forget to subscribe! #ActingUpWithGTC #GranburyTheatreCompany #CommunityTheatre #BehindTheCurtain #TheatreLife #GranburyOperaHouse #YouCanDoHardThings #GranburyTX 🎙️🎭

    AUGTC S3 E9: You Can Do Hard Things: Harlan Bowling Takes the Stage

  8. Aug 7

    AUGTC S3E8 Practically Perfect: The Magic Behind Mary Poppins

    Step behind the curtain as Acting Up with GTC explores the magic, music and heart of Granbury Theatre Company’s production of Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins! ☂️✨ Hosts Micky Shearon and Matt Beutner visit with cast members Hannah Beth as Mary Poppins, Stevie Morgan as Jane Banks, and Tanner Bob Stanfield as Michael Banks. Hear about the show’s creative vision, beloved characters, spectacular flying, and what it takes to bring this iconic musical to life at the historic Granbury Opera House! 🎟️ Get your tickets today at www.granburytheatrecompany.org or call 817-579-0952. #MaryPoppins #GranburyTheatreCompany #ActingUpWithGTC #GranburyOperaHouse #GranburyTX #LiveTheatre #MusicalTheatre #BehindTheScenes

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Welcome to "Acting Up with GTC," the podcast of the Granbury Theatre Company! Broadcasting from the historic Granbury Opera House, we bring you behind-the-scenes with exclusive interviews featuring our talented staff, production teams, and cast members. Tune in to hear the latest buzz on our current performances, upcoming shows, and auditions, alongside lively discussions about all things theatre and the arts. Whether you're a local theatre aficionado or a passionate arts enthusiast, "Acting Up with GTC" is your ticket to the captivating world of community theatre in Granbury, Texas.

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  • Creator
    Micky Shearon and Matt Beutner
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    70
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Micky Shearon and Matt Beutner
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    Acting Up with GTC