Episodes Archive

This week Jimmy talks with New Jersey theatre teacher Amy Acchoine Myers. She talks about her work in the professional theatre, her unique magnet school she work at, and her great 3-week intensive at The Globe Theatre.

This week Jimmy talks with Frani Rollins of Mercer University in Georgia! She talks about her involvement in USITT, her athletic background, and tips and tricks for non-technical theatre people!

This week Jimmy talks with Tim Evanicki of The College Audition! He talks about his coaching services, how it helps students/parents/teachers, and what he wishes teachers knew to better help prepare their students for college auditions!

This week Jimmy talks with Texas elementary theatre teacher Lena Paulauskas!  She shares about her time growing up in Hawaii, setting boundaries, and what to do when you have a bad day at school.

This week Jimmy talks with South Carolina middle school teacher Shannon Boatwright!  She talks about her experience in professional theatre, film, and television, arts integration, and being in the right place at the right time.

This week Jimmy talks with Jason Lasky based in Dilijan, Armenia.  He talks about his work in theatre all around the world, the experiential classroom, and the importance of collaboration.

This week Jimmy talks with creator and CEO of StageAgent, "a one-stop shop to explore plays, study theatre history and practice, find teaching materials, and learn about theatre industry." He talks about digital curriculums, the importance of the teacher in the classroom, and digital tools to suppo…

This week Jimmy talks with Waldorf University professor Dr. Marla Britton-Johnson.  She talks about the benefit of theatre in other areas and careers, being a jack of all trades, and the balance of being a mom and a full time theatre teacher, scholar, and artist.

This week Jimmy celebrates his 100th interview as he talks with Massachusetts dance and theatre teacher Danielle Bazinet.  She talks about her "can do"  attitude, musical theatre at the elementary and middle school levels, and how dance and theatre play a dual role in her identity!

This week Jimmy talks with middle school theatre teacher Josh Vest in Manassas, VA!  He talks about his passion for teaching, mental health, and his own teacher podcast The Somewhat Happy Hour!

This week Jimmy talks with New York film and musical theatre educator T.J. Mannix.  He talks about pivoting during the pandemic, working with international students, and how teachers can help prepare their students for college programs.

This week Jimmy kicks off Season 4 of THED Talks Podcast with Texas elementary theatre teacher Marc Weaver.  They discuss first year teaching during a pandemic, mental health, and theatre for social change with elementary voices.