The Subtext
American TheatreFrom AMERICAN THEATRE magazine, a podcast where playwrights talk to playwrights about the things usually left unsaid. In a conversation that dives into life's muck, we learn what irks, agitates, motivates, inspires and - ultimately - what makes writers tick. (This feed is for the Subtext from 2018 onwards. For old episodes of the Subtext from 2015 to 2017, visit thisstage.la/category/the-s... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 50 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Performing ArtsArts | |||
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This month, Brian talks to Andrea Stolowitz, a playwright and librettist with dual U.S./German citizenship who talks about her complex relationship with home.
The playwright and director from Hawaii and Nevada discusses ‘Death Play,’ ‘Sumo,’ yearning, loneliness, and the wisdom of accepting loss.
The playwright and founding artistic director of a site-specific theatre discusses going from studying computer science at MIT to honing in on his artistry.
The playwright, originally from Wisconsin, discusses her company, influences, exposure therapy, and the challenges of being an 'emerging' artist.
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These are rich, engrossing conversations.
Apple Podcasts5MrJoshJ
United States5 months ago - 🥲
Brian rocks. This podcast rocks. I’ve spent the past six years listening to these episodes while I do dishes and it consistently helps me with staying in the playwriting world and remembering why I love plays and the people who write them. It is so hard to be alive in the world right now, thank god we’re still making theatre.
Apple Podcasts5Ermar HorwardUnited States7 months ago - Like grabbing a cup of coffee with an old friend
One of my favorite podcasts. Inspiring, thought-provoking and cozy all at the same time. Bravo, Brian!
Apple Podcasts5Michaelia LeighUnited States7 months ago - Must listen for lovers of theater
Each episode interview is an insightful look into the work and life of a playwright. The host’s opening monologues are beautiful.
Apple Podcasts5⛅️ 🎁United States9 months ago - Great
I very much appreciate this ongoing dialogue
Apple Podcasts5danny fritz bonnieUnited States9 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #223 | United States/Arts/Performing Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #71 |  United Arab Emirates/Arts/Performing Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #75 |  Philippines/Arts/Performing Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #115 |  Ireland/Arts/Performing Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #159 |  Spain/Arts/Performing Arts |
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A deep-dive interview series focused on the craft and life of playwrights, directors, and theatre-makers. Across episodes, listeners hear candid career trajectories, the realities of training, burnout, collaboration, funding, and the ever-changing theatre landscape. Conversations emphasize creative identity, mentorship, community, and sustainable practice, often weaving personal anecdotes with practical lessons for building a life in theatre. Notable throughlines include the tension between solitary writing and collaborative production, the role of mentorship and access, and the way resilience and curiosity drive long-term creative work. The show's standout quality is its warm, humane interviewing style that surfaces honest truths about suc... more
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4. The Ezra Klein Show
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The Subtext launched 8 years ago and published 50 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on The Subtext include:
1. Lisa Sanaye Dring
2. Patrick Gabridge
3. Sophie McIntosh
4. Ken Urban
5. Rachel Lynett
6. Brian James Polak
7. Sarah Mantell
8. Migdalia Cruz
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