THED Talks
THED Talks is a podcast for theatre teachers and theatre education students. Dr. Jimmy Chrismon, Theatre Education professor at Illinois State University, brings you stories and interviews from experienced K-12 theatre teachers, current theatre education majors, and professors of theatre education that will warm your heart, renew your faith in teaching, and provide resources to better your practice in your theatre classroom. Pour the coffee, relax, and join us for heart-warming conversations and practical advice from practitioners making a difference in students' lives each and every day!
Recent
7.26 A Conversation with Jamie Monahan
7.25 A Conversation with Lusie Cuskey
7.24 A Conversation with Jason Goldstein
7.23 A Conversation with Javon Rougely
7.22 A Conversation with Evan Tait
7.21 A Conversation with Pamela Vogel
Recent Blog Posts
Shining the Spotlight: Strategies for Increasing Faculty and Staff At…
School productions are a culmination of students' hard work and dedication, and having faculty and staff support adds tremendous value to the overall experience. However, engaging faculty and staff members in attending school productions can sometim…
Tackling Sensitive Conversations: Addressing Body Odor Issues in Thea…
As theatre teachers, creating a safe and respectful environment is paramount. However, addressing sensitive topics like body odor can be challenging. While body odor is a natural occurrence, it can impact the experiences of both the individual and t…
Behind the Curtain: The Unseen Effort of Theatre Teachers Who Make It…
In the world of theatre education, there are some teachers who effortlessly command the stage, making their job seem easy and seamless. However, behind their seemingly effortless performances lies a vast amount of planning, preparation, and dedicati…
About the Host
Jimmy Chrismon, EdD
Creator and Host
Dr. Jimmy Chrismon is a theatre educator with 17 years of experience in the public schools of North and South Carolina. He currently teaches full time as an Associate Professor of Theatre Teacher Education at Illinois State University. He was an adjunct theatre faculty member at Winthrop University and Central Piedmont Community College. He has acted, directed, designed, and produced professionally for 25 years. He received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Theatre Education from The University of North Carolina at Charlotte where he was a North Carolina Teaching Fellow. He received his Master of Education Degree in Theatre Education from The University of North Carolina at Greensboro. He received his Doctor of Education Degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Gardner-Webb University. He has also worked for The Children’s Theatre of Charlotte and The Lake Norman School of the Arts. He received the 2022 Johnny Saldana Award for Outstanding Professor of Theatre Education from the American Alliance for Theatre and Education. He has published articles in notable journals. His research includes effective theatre teachers, intimacy direction, wellness practices for theatre teachers, and trauma-informed practices in theatre education. He is a consent forward artist, an Intimacy Director., workshop leader, and guest speaker He currently resides in Bloomington, Illinois.
Dr. Chrismon’s acting credits include: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime, Lonely Planet, Doubt: A Parable, Company, The History Boys, Godspell, Shadow Box, The Baltimore Waltz, Tick, tick..Boom…
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