Platte River Bard Podcast

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Platte River Bard Podcast

Meeting local thespians, artists, musicians, writers, heroes, and interesting people in the Platte River area and beyond. Join us on social media, and our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com.

  1. MAY 7

    "Steel Magnolias" Promises Laughter and Charm at Chanticleer Community Theater at PACE

    We sat down with Denise Putnum, Jae Starling, Michelle Batzer, and Caroline Kelly to talk about their roles in Steel Magnolias, opening May 9th at the Hoff Center at PACE! This heartwarming and humorous comedy-drama is an unforgettable celebration of friendship, resilience, and Southern charm. Don’t miss the sharp one-liners, heartfelt moments, and hilarious female bonding that make this show a "must-see." CHANTICLEER COMMUNITY THEATER CONTACT INFO: Website: Chanticleer at PACE POTTAWATTAMIE ARTS CULTURE AND ENTERTAINMENT (PACE) CONTACT INFO: Tickets & Website: https://www.paceartsiowa.org/ Location: Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center: 1001 South 6th Street, Council Bluffs, IA. LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST  Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts.  We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa.  Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on You Tube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!

    18 min

  2. MAY 2

    Find out about the 101st Season at Omaha Community Playhouse!

    The Omaha Community Playhouse has their 101st Season lined up -  and we were fortunate to have the chance to hear all about it.  You'll not want to miss this interview with Becky Noble, Executive Director and Mary Carrick, Director of Marketing and Public Relations. We hear a little about their backgrounds and also all the things they have planned for the remaining 100th Season as well as next season!    There's lots of exciting shows to choose from to watch, or be involved in, so check out this interview!    Omaha Community Playhouse Contact Information: Facebook: omahaplayhouse Instagram:@omahaplayhouse Website: https://www.omahaplayhouse.com/    Omaha Community Playhouse, 6915 Cass Street, Omaha, NE 68132   LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST  Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts.  We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa.  Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on You Tube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!

    45 min

  3. APR 15

    "Sweeney Todd, A Thriller Musical" opens at SNAP! April 25th...and there's much more!

    SNAP Productions! / Ghost Light Theatre in Bellevue opens "Sweeney Todd:  The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, A Thriller Musical" on April 25th - but there's more!  An added performance to the schedule, sing-along performance, an Industry night that is pay-what-you-can and an ASL performance!  Hear it from the Barber, Jonas Fogg and Judge Turpin, or ahem... John Celesky, Nick Andersen, and Xavier Carr respectively!    "Sweeney Todd:  The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, A Thriller Musical" opened on Broadway in 1979, and on the West End in 1980. Music and lyrics were written by Stephen Sondheim, and it is based on the 1970 play ("Sweeney Todd") by Christopher Bond.  Book was written by Hugh Wheeler.  It has won numerous Tony Awards, Laurence Olivier awards, and has had numerous Broadway and London revivals.   SNAP! PRODUCTIONS CONACT INFO: Tickets and Website:  https://www.snapproductions.com/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/snapproductionsomaha Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/snapproductions/?hl=en    HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on You Tube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!   ©Platte River Bard Podcast by Chris and Sheri Berger.

    20 min

  4. MAR 30

    Voices in Alliance Omaha presents "Scissoring" by C. Quintana April 3-13

    We had the distinct pleasure to talk to three very talented Omaha Creatives involved in the upcoming production "Scissoring" written by C. Quintana at VIA Omaha!  We spoke with Asia Nared, Delaney Jackson, and TammyRa who are part of this small cast about the experience of a Catholic schoolteacher who is also in a relationship with another woman and is forced to step back into the closet.  This is a fairly new play that has also won an Honorable Mention of the Kilroy's List and was a Finalist at the Alliance-Kendeda National Graduate Playwriting Competition in 2014.  Join us for an open and honest discussion about living unabashedly who you truly are, and how the relationships between the characters in this play as the main character, Abigail, reconciles her personal relationships, her relationship with religion, and her career aspirations. For Tickets and Information Go To: https://www.viaomaha.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VIAOmaha  This play will be presented at the Flixx Show Bar, 1019 South 10th Street Omaha, NE 68108 HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on You Tube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!   ©Platte River Bard Podcast by Chris and Sheri Berger.

    31 min

  5. MAR 30

    The Upcoming 2025 Omaha Fringe Festival - plus their Button Contest begins!

    The Platte River Bard attended the 2025 Omaha Fringe Festival Lottery and was able to talk to Board President Nic Jansen, Artistic Director Lara Marsh, Board Member Carrie Nash and Button Contest Sponsor Paul Pape of Paul Pape Designs.  There are cash prizes for the button contest this year that is due April 20th!  There is a lot of excitement about this year's many applicants, opportunities to volunteer and sponsor - so hear all about it here!  #omahafringe2025 OMAHA FRINGE FESTIVAL CONTACT INFO: Button Contest Info Volunteer Form Tickets and Website Facebook: @omahafringefest Instagram HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on You Tube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!   ©Platte River Bard Podcast by Chris and Sheri Berger.

    34 min

  6. MAR 23

    Nia Karmann presents the 2025 Spring Platte River Art Show at Mahoney State Park

    Once again, we speak with Nia Karmann about her upcoming art show at the Mahoney State Park!  This year, the vendors will span both the 1st and 2nd floor of the Peter Kiewitt building at the Mahoney State Park.  She has 21 artists of all kinds:  photography, paintings, sculptures, pottery, fiber arts and more!   Join the kick off event on Friday, April 4th from 6pm - 9pm for wine, cheese and music, and visit the show Saturday from 10 am to 7pm, and Sunday at 10am to 4pm too! The Platte River Art Show is the Most Prestigious Art Show on the RIver!  PLATTE RIVER ART SHOW CONTACT INFO: Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083554623192 Mahoney State Park, 28500 W Park Hwy, Ashland, NE HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on You Tube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!   ©Platte River Bard Podcast by Chris and Sheri Berger.

    10 min

  7. MAR 23

    Leo Adam Biga - Omaha Journalist and Author

    We spoke to Leo Adam Biga, local freelance cultural journalist and non-fiction book author.  His works have spanned many years and subjects.  Many times he has traveled for his story, including when he accompanied a group of local students to President Obama's Inauguration, and when he went on the set of well-known writer, director, screenwriter, and Oscar winner,  Alexander Payne.  This experience resulted in two books:  "Alexander Payne:  His Journey In Film:  A Reporter's Perspective 1998-2012" (Kindle Edition) and "Alexander Payne: His Journey in Film." Mr. Biga has also written local stories about the FIrehouse Dinner Theatre, and other performing arts productions in Omaha, as well as an array of other subjects.  He wrote the book "Open Wide: about a dentist, as well as "Crossing Bridges: A Priests Uplifting LIfe Among the Downtrodden."    His articles appear in local publications, and magazines, such as The Reader as well as his website.  Mr. Biga has been recognized by his peers at the local, state and national levels, and we are honored to have him as a guest on the podcast! We hope he will return to share more about his work and current projects! Leo Adam Biga - Contact Info:  Website: https://leoadambiga.com/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/LeoAdamBiga/ Amazon Author Page:  https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00E6HE46E/allbooks?ingress=0&visitId=0bde3bb1-0805-41d6-884a-a549134f2386    HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on You Tube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!   ©Platte River Bard Podcast by Chris and Sheri Berger.

    33 min

  8. FEB 15

    "Stuck with Lemons" with Playwright Marie Schuett and Director Amy Lane!

    Marie Schuette, local Playwright and Creative, premieres her play "Stuck with Lemons" at the Shelterbelt Theatre February 13th-March 2nd.  We talked with Marie Schuette and the Director of this play, Amy Lane about the origins and development of this play that was created and brought to life here in Omaha!   This play is a collaboration with Great Plains Theatre Commons and Shelterbelt Theatre! The ASL Performance will be February 22nd. There will not be a performance on February 23rd. GPTC Night will be Wednesday, February 26th. Shelterbelt Theatre Contact Info: Tickets: https://www.shelterbelt.org/shelterbelt-box-office Website: https://www.shelterbelt.org/ Location: 4383 Nicholas St STE 204, Omaha, NE 68131   Great Plains Theatre Commons Contact Info: Website: https://www.gptcplays.com/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/GreatPlainsTheatreConference Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/explore/locations/290461193/great-plains-theatre-commons/         HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on You Tube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!   ©Platte River Bard Podcast by Chris and Sheri Berger.

    47 min
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Meeting local thespians, artists, musicians, writers, heroes, and interesting people in the Platte River area and beyond. Join us on social media, and our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com.

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  • Creator
    platteriverbard
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    201
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright 2019 All rights reserved.
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