#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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#61 - Damien Atkins

In this week’s episode I sit down with Damien Atkins. Damien Atkins is an actor, playwright, and teacher. In our conversation today we discuss how he was introduced to theatre, the benefits acting can have in teaching children about empathy, as well as the lessons he took from his time in school. We also discuss some of his most positive performing experiences, his work as a playwright and his use of vocal masque, as well as what he has learned about himself as a performer and writer. He also shares the advice he would give himself if he could go back and speak with himself right out of school and discusses where he sees theatre in Canada headed in the future.

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#63 - Phil Nero

In this week’s episode I sit down with Phil Nero. Phil Nero is a performer, director, choreographer, and teacher. In our conversation today we discuss how he was introduced to theatre, his path into the industry, as well as how he discovered dance. We also discuss his most positive experiences in the industry, his transition into choreographing and directing, as well as the importance of always trying better yourself in all walks of life by constantly asking yourself what you want and what you are willing to do for it. Phil also shares where he would like to see Metro Movement as well as theatre in Canada headed in the future.