25 episodes
You're On In Five! The Art of Understudying Scott Sawa and Elana Elyce
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5.0 • 6 Ratings
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Scott Sawa and Elana Elyce speak with actors about their experiences as an understudy, and how those roles have informed their technique and career.
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TIMOTHY EDWARD KANE
Are you ready to be soothed by the dulcet vocals of one Mr. Timothy Edward Kane? Well you better get ready. Grab a warm beverage and a fireside, relax and listen to him talk about early career hard learned lessons, playing the romantic interest of his actual wife, and ask yourself, “how many times can one person understudy Hamlet?” Come on in, we’ve been waiting for you.
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CONNAR BROWN
Hold on to your butts! Connar Brown shares delightful stories from her high school’s version of Avenue Q, Jr. to dinosaur-sized storytelling to The SpongeBob Musical to that time she took on a one-line role and saved the day. Full of laughs and very few complaints, Connar’s career has been quite exciting and we can’t wait for you to hear all about it!
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23 - DEREK CZAPLEWSKI
“They say the mind is the first thing to go-go Gadget helicopter!” Join us as we try to get Derek to remember things he’s blocked out or can’t recall! Scott & Derek reflect on their respective and connected POSEIDON! experiences and Elana gets on a too-high horse about critics & reviews. This fun episode is a journey and we’re so glad you’re taking the ride with us!
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22 - MANATSU TANAKA
Japan. New York. Japan. D.C. Japan again! Go on an international theatrical adventure with us and Manatsu Tanaka (they/them)! Manatsu is a Japanese nonbinary Performer and an Artist with many creative outlets: dance, acting, singing, Tate (Japanese Sword Stage Combat/Fighting), improv on the piano, aerial silks, drawing and recently they have started practicing hand poke tattoos. You do NOT wanna miss the exciting stories from this multi-talented extraordinary artist!
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TANIA RICHARD
There are smart people / kind people / wise people. Tania Richard is all of the people! Join us as we chat with, learn from, and are moved by Tania’s take on understudying, making career choices, and priceless advice. She takes us to school with life lessons that we can’t wait for you to hear. Oh and, check out her podcast Tania’s Take on race, culture and the culture of race. www.taniarichard.com
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JUAN FRANCISCO VILLA
Scott and Elana kick off Season 3 with New Yorker-turned-Chicagoan-turned-Angelino, Juan Francisco Villa! Anytime someone’s FIRST understudy gig is at Steppenwolf Theater, you know they have some exciting stories to share! Join us as we hear about Juan’s unique experiences, including having to take the stage without rehearsal!! Thank you for listening!
Customer Reviews
SO FREAKIN’ GOOD
Amazingly curated set of stories and insights for anyone in the theatrical arts ever. Thank you for taking the time and putting forth the effort to discuss this immensely integral part of every production. The one time I understudied taught me everything I’ve taken with me for the rest of my life.
A Must Listen for Any Actor
If you work in this industry you need to be listening to this podcast. As someone who has understudied a lot I resonate with numerous topics that get touched on. The latest episode (Patrick Byrnes) I’ve already yelled “yes!” 3 times. It’s so great that there is a platform for a vital yet often overlooked aspect of the industry. The interviews are funny, engaging and enlightening. Give it a listen!