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Let's Grab Coffee

Let's Grab Coffee

Tyler Check

The podcast for anyone interested in theatre in Canada and the people who make it happen. This podcast is hosted by Tyler Check with new episodes every week.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Let's Grab Coffee episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Let's Grab Coffee for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Let's Grab Coffee episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Let's Grab Coffee - #62 - Jim Betts

#62 - Jim Betts

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04/12/17 • 51 min

In this week's episode I sit down with Jim Betts. Jim Betts is a Canadian musical theatre writer. In our conversation today we discuss how he began writing, what he learned from the writing classes he was a part of in New York, and the process of creating his show Colours In The Storm. We also discuss the importance of structure in writing, the way he approaches his writing, as well as what is needed in Canadian theatre for the industry to continue to grow.

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Let's Grab Coffee - #1 - Stephen Woodjetts

#1 - Stephen Woodjetts

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02/08/16 • 22 min

In this week's episode I sit down with Stephen Woodjetts. Stephen has been in the theatre industry in Canada for over 40 years as a director, music director, performer, composer, and teacher. It was great to hear his insights about the industry, to discuss what he looks for in the people we works with, and where he feels theatre in Canada is going.

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Let's Grab Coffee - #3 - Alan Kliffer

#3 - Alan Kliffer

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02/08/16 • 27 min

In this week's episode I sit down with Alan Kliffer. Alan is the creator of Kliffer Entertainment and is a director, producer, and performer. Alan is also the creator of both "Mixed Company" and "One Night Only" two very successful improv shows that Kliffer Entertainment produces. In our conversation we discuss how important creating your own work is in the theatre industry. We also talk about where improv fits into Toronto's theatre scene and where he thinks theatre in Canada is headed.

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Let's Grab Coffee - #7 - Greg Peterson

#7 - Greg Peterson

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03/23/16 • 24 min

In this week's episode I sit down with Greg Peterson. Greg Peterson for a long time was the coordinator for the Sheridan College Music Theatre program. He is also a director and a writer. In our conversation today we discuss how important it is to create your own opportunities in this industry, his experiences working to turn Sheridan's Music Theatre program from a three year diploma to a four year degree, and his work as a director and teacher.

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Let's Grab Coffee - #9 - Terry Tweed

#9 - Terry Tweed

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04/06/16 • 29 min

In this week's episode I sit down with Terry Tweed. Terry Tweed is a performer, director, and writer. In our conversation today we discuss her experiences working in the industry, the importance of creating connections in the theatre community, and her process for approaching a new piece of theatre both as a performer and as a director. We also discuss her path to being a performer as well as where she sees theatre in Canada headed in the future.

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Let's Grab Coffee - #12 - Ryan DeSouza

#12 - Ryan DeSouza

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04/27/16 • 27 min

In this week’s episode I sit down with Ryan DeSouza. Ryan DeSouza is Associate Music Director at the Shaw Festival and also works as a composer. In our conversation today we discuss his experiences in the industry, what he looks for in the people he works with and hires, and how important it is to create your own opportunities in the theatre industry and to not be afraid to ask people for favours and chances at opportunities that you are really passionate about.

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Let's Grab Coffee - #18 - Anthony Bastianon

#18 - Anthony Bastianon

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06/08/16 • 25 min

In this week's episode I sit down with Anthony Bastianon. Anthony Bastianon is a music director, a composer, and a composer. In our conversation today we discuss his experiences in the industry, what he looks for in the people he works with, as well as where he sees theatre in Canada headed in the future and how it's morphing.

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Let's Grab Coffee - #23 - David Fox

#23 - David Fox

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07/13/16 • 51 min

In this week’s episode I sit down with David Fox. David Fox is an actor who has worked throughout Canada on stage as well as in film and television. In our conversation today we discuss some of his favourite theatre experiences and what it was about those productions that made them so positive. We also talk about David’s process when it comes to acting and the importance of trusting your own artistic voice in the theatre industry.

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Let's Grab Coffee - #24 - Keith Pike

#24 - Keith Pike

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07/20/16 • 33 min

In this week’s episode I sit down with Keith Pike. Keith Pike is a performer, director, and the founding artistic director of Theatre St. John's. In our conversation today we discuss his experiences coming out of school and working in the industry, his experiences creating Theatre St. John's, and the importance of being open and honest in a rehearsal setting. We also discuss his time as artistic director for the Stephenville Theatre Festival as well as his process when it comes to directing.

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Let's Grab Coffee - #125 - Ellen Denny

#125 - Ellen Denny

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09/09/18 • 88 min

In this week’s episode I sit down with Ellen Denny. Ellen Denny is a Toronto based actor and writer. In our conversation today we discuss how she was introduced to theatre, her time in school and the main lessons she took from her time out East, as well as what she learned from some of her first experiences in the industry. We also discuss her time at the Banff Citadel program, how she began writing and her show “Wonder”, as well as future goals for “Wonder” and where she hopes to see theatre in Canada headed in the future.

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FAQ

How many episodes does Let's Grab Coffee have?

Let's Grab Coffee currently has 191 episodes available.

What topics does Let's Grab Coffee cover?

The podcast is about Music, Podcasts, Arts and Performing Arts.

What is the most popular episode on Let's Grab Coffee?

The episode title '#190 - Hailey Gillis' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Let's Grab Coffee?

The average episode length on Let's Grab Coffee is 66 minutes.

How often are episodes of Let's Grab Coffee released?

Episodes of Let's Grab Coffee are typically released every 7 days, 1 hour.

When was the first episode of Let's Grab Coffee?

The first episode of Let's Grab Coffee was released on Feb 8, 2016.

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