Adventures in Theater History: Philadelphia
Bringing you the best stories from the deep and fascinating history of theater in the city of Philadelphia.
This is the podcast for all lovers of theater, students of history - or anyone who enjoys great stories with lots of drama!
Podcasting since 2021 • 116 episodes
Adventures in Theater History: Philadelphia
Latest Episodes
Albert Innaurato and "Gemini"
The story of Albert Innaurato and his play "Gemini." Set in South Philadelphia in the 1970s, it was to become the biggest commercial and artistic triumph of his career.The famous TV commercial for the original Broadway production is on Y...
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Season 4
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Episode 116
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59:59
Abigail Adams and Marcia Saunders at People's Light
The director Abigail Adams and the actress Marcia Saunders talk to us about their lives and careers, and about how their theatrical and artistic home at People's Light in Malvern, Pennsylvania.To learn more about the production of <...
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Season 4
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Episode 115
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39:27
Brian Anthony Wilson
As a Holiday, treat, the Philadelphia actor Brian Wilson talks with us about his life and career. Brian tells us about his memories - everything from his roles on "The Wire," to his work with the director Walter Dallas, to his quest...
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Season 4
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Episode 114
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48:24
Chris & Louis Lippa: A House Remembered is Never Dark
A conversation with Chris Lippa about the life and work of his father, the late Louis Lippa, the Philadelphia playwright and actor - and about Chris' vision to make a real home for the history of theater in the city.For a tribute to the ...
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Season 4
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Episode 113
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51:41
Encore Episode: The Walls of Walnut Street
A reprise of our 2023 interview with Bernard Havard of the Walnut Street Theatre - including a tour of the historic building. Newly remixed, and with a new introduction and extra content about our upcoming episodes of the podcast!
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Season 4
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Episode 112
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32:49
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