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Down Stage Left Podcast

Down Stage Left Podcast
Theater
Broadway
Hadestown
Musicals
Fan Fiction
The Lightning Thief Musical
Percy Jackson
New York City
Pippin
Fun Home
Spring Awakening
High School Musical
The Drowsy Chaperone
James and the Giant Peach
Stephen Schwartz
Christmas
Steel Magnolias
Six (musical)
Assassins
Tony Awards

We are a theater podcast where we talk a little, laugh a lot, and know nothing!

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes211Founded5 years ago
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Comedy

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Latest Episodes

The fanfiction is back! Logann returns with her favorite thing (and Karen's soul destroying nemesis), the fanfiction! Immerse yourself in a world that doesn't make sense, character who just learned what human dialogue and interaction is, and a cliffh... more

Logann is back from another semester and joins the pod to catch up and discuss SLHS' fall play, 12 Angry Men. We talk about it's relevance today, why the all girl version's title is rough, and the judicial system at large. Walk this dramatic path wit... more

TW: Discussions of depression, death, suicide, and mental health. Karen continues her NYC visit with a play! She saw Harry Potter himself in a (very good) one man show. We talk mental health, depression, death, and how important it is to talk about t... more

Karen's trip to NYC continues with a bonus show - Chess! A stalwart of the 80s and another musical that talks about history - Cold War anyone? Julia hangs around and we chat why this show is not super fun to listen to - but the updates have made it f... more

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Recent Guests

JJ Niemann
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Hosts

Karen
Karen is a recurring host across multiple episodes, providing theatre industry insights, anecdotes, and humorous commentary.
Julia Ball
Julia Ball appears as a regular voice with strong opinions on productions and casting, often sharing personal theatre experiences.
Lauren
Lauren contributes theatrical perspective, often discussing staging and performance details.
Natalie
Natalie provides theatre program experience and casts insight, frequently contributing to production talk.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 33 ratings
  • Hello

    HIIIIII MRS. NEWIRTH ITS LAURANA!!!!!!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    L Afton
    United States2 years ago
  • Awesome

    Great and knowledgeable theater talk! I’ve learned so much about new shows. I love it!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aceofspades007
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Lively discussions and relatable anecdotes, though some topics get very niche.
A fun, backstage-focused show with thoughtful insights into productions.
Engaging banter and deep theatre knowledge make it great for budding theatre pros.
Hosts balance humor with practical production talk—perfect for theater students.

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DSLP #188 - (E)-Mail Call!
Q: Can you rank or discuss some of your favorite changes or updates in theater shows?
It's interesting when shows need to adapt for touring because they might lose some of their immersive elements.
DSLP #188 - (E)-Mail Call!
Q: What are your thoughts on the importance of actors developing character backstories?
It gives actors a lot of reference points for creating subtext in dialogue.
DSLP #143 - It Should Have Been J-Lo
Q: What did we discover about Bye Bye Birdie?
We realized we had never just done Bye Bye Birdie itself, which is kind of stupid, considering we had done Bring Back Birdie before.

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Two theater-obsessed hosts deliver lively conversations filled with banter, production insights, and personal anecdotes. Episodes frequently center on Broadway shows, backstage craft, and industry culture, with playful debates, guest anecdotes, and behind-the-scenes tips for staging and performing. The show stands out for its informal, insider vibe, deep love of theatre history, and willingness to tackle edgy topics like AI in fan content or ethical casting. It likely appeals to theatre students, professionals, and enthusiasts seeking relatable stories, practical production talk, and a humorous, human take on the art form.

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