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Published by Michael Tennant and Nathan Prince
Hey there! Welcome to The Upstaging Gentlemen: Chasing Theatrical Dreams, hosted by Michael Tennant and Nathan Prince.We have a ton of experience in theater and business, but look—we definitely don’t know everything! We are still learning as we go, and we want to share that journey with you.While we talk a lot about the arts, this podcast is really for everyone. It is a show about chasing your biggest dreams and just going for it. Our goal is to be the spark—the change, the energy, and the positive push that moves our friends, families, and networks forward.Whether you are an artist, a business owner, or just trying to figure out your next step, tune in for real stories, great guests, and a lot of laughs as we figure it out together!
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Michael, Nathan and Alfonso are joined my Julia, Savannah and Kirstie for a discussion on friendships in theater. Often times, some of the most wonderful friendships are found in the theater.... sometimes the opposite happens. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
After receiving criticism from listeners, Michael and Nathan field a few hard questions that question the validity of the information provided on their podcast. While some performers are hit with tomatoes, The Upstaging Gentlemen dodge sour grapes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Michael discusses his play, Andi In The Moment, and the process it took to have the play published. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Michael and Nathan address a question from a Spotify user, asking how an actor can audition for a show while still having their personal boundaries and virtues respected. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Michael and Nathan interview a founding member of Stardust Entertainment, a theater company located in Victorville, California. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Michael and Nathan interview Monica Reichl from the Ramona Outdoor Play, the official state play of California and the longest running play in America. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Michael, Nathan, and Alfonso are joined by Hannah, a high school student discussing her recent theater experience. Michael talks about performing at local libraries and Nathan shares his recent experience with educational theater. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Send us Fan Mail Michael and Nathan discuss theater traditions, including ghost lights and the legend of Macbeth. Support the show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Send us Fan Mail Michael and Nathan interview Savannah, discussing the fine line between acting and the production team, Support the show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Send us Fan Mail Nathan and Michael discuss promoting yourself as an actor, as well as ways to prevent actor burnout. Support the show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Send us Fan Mail Michael and Nathan interview Bethanne, a choreographer, discussing her method and process. Support the show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Send us Fan Mail Michael and Nathan have their daughters on the show for an honest discussion about how their lives have been shaped by their dads who run theaters. Get ready for the good, the bad and the ugly. Support the show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Send us Fan Mail Michael and Nathan are joined by members of the Redlands Theater Festival. This incredible group of actors perform in an outdoor theater, and are currently performing five shows at once. How do they do it? Why do they do it? Check out the episode! Support the show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Send us Fan Mail Michael, Nathan, and host Alfonso Garcia interview actress Leah Burns, who is new to the stage, having just landed a role in Frozen. They discuss the audition process and what happens when a new actress joins an experienced cast of a major production. Support the show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Send us Fan Mail Host Alfonso Garcia asks Michael and Nathan their thoughts on theaters that use AI for their productions. Support the show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Send us Fan Mail Michael and Nathan revisit their negative experiences and discuss what they learned from those experiences in hindsight. Support the show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Send us Fan Mail When a listener writes in and asked if an actor can be over prepared, Michael and Nathan are stumped for an answer at first. An interesting discussion follows about actors who are just too prepared to play their roles. Support the show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Send us Fan Mail Host Alfonso Garcia asks Michael and Nathan about welcoming newcomers into a theater that already has established circles of friends. Support the show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Send us Fan Mail Host Alfonso Garcia asks Michael and Nathan the best ways for actors to earn a director's trust. Support the show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Send us Fan Mail Host Alfonso Garcia asks Michael and Nathan about chemistry between actors. Support the show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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