52 episodes

A production of The 52nd Street Project, a non-profit arts education organization working with young people (ages 9 - 18) in Hell’s Kitchen in Manhattan. The Project brings them together with adult artists to create original work for the theater. The PROJcast offers a behind-the-scenes view of the work of the Project as the kids create and explore theater as well as other art forms, such as song, dance, poetry, film, and more. Long term-mentoring relationships form the basis of much of the Project’s work, and these episodes will feature reporting, stories, performances and interviews with kids and adults.

The PROJcast The 52nd Street Project

    • Arts
    • 5.0 • 21 Ratings

A production of The 52nd Street Project, a non-profit arts education organization working with young people (ages 9 - 18) in Hell’s Kitchen in Manhattan. The Project brings them together with adult artists to create original work for the theater. The PROJcast offers a behind-the-scenes view of the work of the Project as the kids create and explore theater as well as other art forms, such as song, dance, poetry, film, and more. Long term-mentoring relationships form the basis of much of the Project’s work, and these episodes will feature reporting, stories, performances and interviews with kids and adults.

    "Mid" History with Logan & John

    "Mid" History with Logan & John

    “We were just strangers - now we’re bestest of friends" - Logan, age 11.
    Our final Smart Partner conversation from the 2022-2023 school year. This time we’re featuring Logan and his SP John Manolis. Logan is a cast member of our current production ON THE MOVE, Plays That Will Transport You. Free tickets to the show are available at https://52ndstproject.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket
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    Project Member: Logan
    The PROJcast theme song was written by Justin & Eric March (Twitter: @eriqmarch), and is performed by Rebecca, Nicole, & Marinda Anderson (Instagram: @marindaanderson, Twitter: @marindanderson).
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    A production of The 52nd Street Project, a non-profit arts education organization working with children (ages 9 - 18) in Hell’s Kitchen in Manhattan. The Project brings kids together with adult artists to create original work for the theater. The PROJcast offers a behind-the-scenes view of the work of the Project as the kids create and explore theater as well as other art forms, such as song, dance, poetry, film and more. Long term-mentoring relationships form the basis of much of the Project’s work, and these episodes will feature reporting, stories, performances and interviews with kids and adults.
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    Connect with us!
    Website: 52project.org
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/52ndStProject/ & https://www.facebook.com/PROJcast
    Twitter: @52ndstreetproject
    Instagram: @52ndstreetproject 
    You can support our work by going to 52project.org/donate.

    • 22 min
    Looking Into the EYE OF THE STORM

    Looking Into the EYE OF THE STORM

    “Even the most difficult, challenging one was still something I loved" - Xavier, age 16.
    Our Teen Ensemble is getting ready to share the full-length show that they’ve devised, EYE OF THE STORM, the Friday & Saturday, June 2 & 3, as the culmination of their time with the Project. Here three of the cast members share their memories and inspirations from being Project members. Free tickets to the show are available at https://52ndstproject.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket
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    Project Members: Amirah, Christian, & Xavier.
    The PROJcast theme song was written by Justin & Eric March (Twitter: @eriqmarch), and is performed by Rebecca, Nicole, & Marinda Anderson (Instagram: @marindaanderson, Twitter: @marindanderson).
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    A production of The 52nd Street Project, a non-profit arts education organization working with children (ages 9 - 18) in Hell’s Kitchen in Manhattan. The Project brings kids together with adult artists to create original work for the theater. The PROJcast offers a behind-the-scenes view of the work of the Project as the kids create and explore theater as well as other art forms, such as song, dance, poetry, film and more. Long term-mentoring relationships form the basis of much of the Project’s work, and these episodes will feature reporting, stories, performances and interviews with kids and adults.
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    Connect with us! 
    Website: 52project.org
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/52ndStProject/ & https://www.facebook.com/PROJcast
    Twitter: @52ndstreetproject
    Instagram: @52ndstreetproject
    You can support our work by going to 52project.org/donate.

    • 33 min
    The Nature of Time with Sarah & Lynne

    The Nature of Time with Sarah & Lynne

    "It’s so strange how my perception and understanding of time as a concept has changed" - Sarah, age 15.
    In a follow-up to the previous episode of the PROJcast, Smart Partners & Amazing Racers Sarah & Lynne reflect on their years-long partnership, their feelings about the Project, and perhaps most importantly, who’s going to win the race this year.
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    Project Member: Sarah with her Smart Partner Lynne Marie Rosenberg.
    The PROJcast theme song was written by Justin & Eric March (Twitter: @eriqmarch), and is performed by Rebecca, Nicole, & Marinda Anderson (Instagram: @marindaanderson, Twitter: @marindanderson).
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    A production of The 52nd Street Project, a non-profit arts education organization working with children (ages 9 - 18) in Hell’s Kitchen in Manhattan. The Project brings kids together with adult artists to create original work for the theater. The PROJcast offers a behind-the-scenes view of the work of the Project as the kids create and explore theater as well as other art forms, such as song, dance, poetry, film and more. Long term-mentoring relationships form the basis of much of the Project’s work, and these episodes will feature reporting, stories, performances and interviews with kids and adults.
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    Connect with us!
    Website: 52project.org
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/52ndStProject/ & https://www.facebook.com/PROJcast
    Twitter: @52ndstreetproject
    Instagram: @52ndstreetproject
    You can support our work by going to 52project.org/donate.
     

    • 30 min
    My Amazing Ice Cream Achievement

    My Amazing Ice Cream Achievement

    "I think I might have to go to the newspaper companies about this story" - Katty, age 10.
    The Smart Partner Amazing Race is on, and our first pair to record a conversation for the podcast are Katty & Adaire. Listen to their recounting of adventures in plumbing, arcades, ice cream and the subway.
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    Project Member: Katty with her Smart Partner Adaire Kamen (Instagram: @AdaireKamen, Twitter:  @TruthAdaire).
    The PROJcast theme song was written by Justin & Eric March (Twitter: @eriqmarch), and is performed by Rebecca, Nicole, & Marinda Anderson (Instagram: @marindaanderson, Twitter: @marindanderson). 
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    A production of The 52nd Street Project, a non-profit arts education organization working with children (ages 9 - 18) in Hell’s Kitchen in Manhattan. The Project brings kids together with adult artists to create original work for the theater. The PROJcast offers a behind-the-scenes view of the work of the Project as the kids create and explore theater as well as other art forms, such as song, dance, poetry, film and more. Long term-mentoring relationships form the basis of much of the Project’s work, and these episodes will feature reporting, stories, performances and interviews with kids and adults.
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    Connect with us! Website: 52project.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/52ndStProject/ & https://www.facebook.com/PROJcast Twitter: @52ndstreetproject Instagram: @52ndstreetproject You can support our work by going to 52project.org/donate.

    • 37 min
    Splish Splash Playmakers - Behind the Pencil

    Splish Splash Playmakers - Behind the Pencil

    "It’s pretty cool to make your imagination just blop out." - Josiah, age 9.
     
    Our latest Playmaking production A WHALE OF A TALE, Plays That Make A Splash, is here. In this episode you can listen to the Playmakers who created the show. The production will have a hybrid presentation, live and in-person, as well as streaming on our YouTube channel, on Friday, March 31 @ 7:30 PM, Saturday, April 1 @ 3 PM, & Sunday, April 2 @ 3 PM Visit https://52project.secure.force.com/ticket for your reservation.
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    Project Members: Diana, Jaelanni, Jason, Josiah, Kat, & Zion
    The PROJcast theme song was written by Justin & Eric March (Twitter: @eriqmarch), and is performed by Rebecca, Nicole, & Marinda Anderson (Instagram: @marindaanderson, Twitter: @marindanderson).
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    A production of The 52nd Street Project, a non-profit arts education organization working with children (ages 9 - 18) in Hell’s Kitchen in Manhattan. The Project brings kids together with adult artists to create original work for the theater. The PROJcast offers a behind-the-scenes view of the work of the Project as the kids create and explore theater as well as other art forms, such as song, dance, poetry, film and more. Long term-mentoring relationships form the basis of much of the Project’s work, and these episodes will feature reporting, stories, performances and interviews with kids and adults.
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    Connect with us!
    Website: 52project.org
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/52ndStProject/ & https://www.facebook.com/PROJcast
    Twitter: @52ndstreetproject
    Instagram: @52ndstreetproject
    You can support our work by going to 52project.org/donate.

    • 44 min
    Zany Playmakers - Behind the Pencil

    Zany Playmakers - Behind the Pencil

    "Every time you see them, or you see anyone here, it’s just like, happy-mode is just on." - Samaria, age 9.
    Our latest Playmaking production OFF THE WALL, The Zany Plays, is here. In this episode you can listen to the Playmakers who created the show. The production will have a hybrid presentation, live and in-person, as well as streaming, on Friday, December  9  @ 7:30 PM and Saturday, December 10 @ 3 & 7:30 PM. Visit https://52project.secure.force.com/ticket for your reservation.
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    Project Members: Angel, Bella, Chloe, Emily, Jose, Khloe, Mateo, & Samaria
    The PROJcast theme song was written by Justin & Eric March (Twitter: @eriqmarch), and is performed by Rebecca, Nicole, & Marinda Anderson (Instagram: @marindaanderson, Twitter: @marindanderson).
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    A production of The 52nd Street Project, a non-profit arts education organization working with children (ages 9 - 18) in Hell’s Kitchen in Manhattan. The Project brings kids together with adult artists to create original work for the theater. The PROJcast offers a behind-the-scenes view of the work of the Project as the kids create and explore theater as well as other art forms, such as song, dance, poetry, film and more. Long term-mentoring relationships form the basis of much of the Project’s work, and these episodes will feature reporting, stories, performances and interviews with kids and adults.
    The 52nd Street Project is supported by The Altman Foundation, & The Horace W. Goldsmith Foundation.
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    Connect with us!
    Website: 52project.org
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/52ndStProject/ & https://www.facebook.com/PROJcast
    Twitter: @52ndstreetproject
    Instagram: @52ndstreetproject
    You can support our work by going to 52project.org/donate.

    • 33 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
21 Ratings

21 Ratings

DarrahTime ,

Bravo!!

Very professionally performed and presented!

no ads dr ,

So creative!

These are great and so creative. Keep them coming!

Mudpuddles ,

I love this place!!!

This is amazing The Project has a podcast!!! What could be better, now so many can hear the best of the Project. Love these guys.

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