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Artwork for The Present Stage: Conversations with Theater Writers

The Present Stage: Conversations with Theater Writers

Dan Rubins
Theater
The Fake Husband
The Lonely Few
I'm Almost There
Redeemed
New York City
The Sabbath Girl
Table 17
Gun Reform
Holocaust
The Hours Are Feminine
MCC Theater
Counting and Cracking
Dogugaeshi
Japanese Puppetry
The Ask
The Odyssey
The Bleeding Class
Black Representation In Theater
Joaquin Guac Oliver

Hosted by Dan Rubins, theater critic at Slant Magazine, The Present Stage: Conversations with Theater Writers celebrates the extraordinary playwrights (plus lyricists, librettists, and composers!) currently featured on New York stages. Each episode spotlights the writer(s) of a new play or musical running in New York City, inviting each guest to explore the genesis and development of the script, t... more

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Adam Gwon
Book writer, lyricist, and composer of All the World's A Stage
Episode: Adam Gwon — ALL THE WORLD'S A STAGE
Ryan J. Haddad
Playwright and performer known for his solo work.
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Episode: Ryan J. Haddad — HOLD ME IN THE WATER
Mona Pirnot
The playwright discussing her work and experiences in theater.
Episode: Mona Pirnot — I'M ASSUMING YOU KNOW DAVID GREENSPAN
Emil Weinstein
Playwright of Becoming Eve
New York Theater Workshop
Episode: Emil Weinstein — BECOMING EVE
Leegrid Stevens
Playwright and composer of *The Trojans*
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Episode: Leegrid Stevens — THE TROJANS
Ken Urban
Playwright of Danger and Opportunity
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Episode: Ken Urban — Danger and Opportunity
Caragh Donley
Playwright and performer of 'He Said, She Says', a piece sharing her story of coming out as a transgender woman.
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Episode: Caragh Donley — HE SAID, SHE SAYS
Hue Park
Lyricist and co-writer of Maybe Happy Ending
Episode: Hue Park & Will Aronson — MAYBE HAPPY ENDING
Will Aronson
Co-book writer and composer of Maybe Happy Ending
Episode: Hue Park & Will Aronson — MAYBE HAPPY ENDING

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Dan Rubins
Host of The Present Stage, Dan Rubins is a theater critic and composer, known for his role at Slant Magazine. He brings a deep understanding of the theatrical landscape to his discussions, exploring works with a critical yet appreciative lens.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • Super smart and engaging!

    This is such a great podcast! Dan Rubin’s asks really smart questions that prompt great conversations. It’s also so wonderful for playwrights to get a chance to talk on the record about their work—most of them don’t get to do that, and it’s so helpful to hear them talk and reflect.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Zusu15
    United States6 months ago

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Feedback highlights the unique opportunity for playwrights to articulate their creative processes, making it invaluable for those interested in theater.
Listeners praise the show's ability to prompt meaningful conversations with theater writers, appreciating Dan Rubins' insightful questioning.

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Mona Pirnot — I'M ASSUMING YOU KNOW DAVID GREENSPAN
Q: Why did you feel it was important to be really honest about your own experience in that context?
It felt like I needed to include certain things about my personal journey because they directly relate to the narrative and themes of the play.
Mona Pirnot — I'M ASSUMING YOU KNOW DAVID GREENSPAN
Q: What was the process like of writing for his voice?
It was really fun to tailor this to him, like a custom-made suit, and there were times that I could hear so vividly how he might do a moment or a sequence.
Adam Gwon — ALL THE WORLD'S A STAGE
Q: How do you think about courage in your characters?
Gwon mentioned that courage manifests in various forms, and both overt and quiet courage can have significant impacts.
Adam Gwon — ALL THE WORLD'S A STAGE
Q: What was it like working on 'All the World's A Stage' as a solo writer after many collaborations?
Gwon expressed that while he loves collaborating, he felt a desire to tackle a personal story on his own and found the experience rewarding.
Ryan J. Haddad — HOLD ME IN THE WATER
Q: How do you think about the balance of inviting audiences to connect and resonate with your story, but also not to experience disability and access as metaphors?
Access needs are universal; audiences can and should resonate with those experiences without feeling it is a metaphor exclusive to disabled people.

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The podcast features in-depth conversations with playwrights, lyricists, librettists, and composers, primarily focusing on new theatrical works showcased in New York City. Each episode typically invites a guest to discuss their latest production, exploring elements such as the writing process, character development, and the nuances of bringing a script to life on stage. Through these discussions, the podcast aims to provide listeners with a unique lens on contemporary theater, allowing them to connect more deeply with the stories being told and the creative minds behind them. This podcast stands out for its commitment to highlighting current performances and fostering an appreciation for the craft of theater writing.

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4. Emil Weinstein
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6. Ken Urban
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8. Hue Park

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