We are super happy to have Rachel Kennedy back with us! Everyone can learn something from the way Rachel has responded to the virus. Give yourself grace, find joy in the little things, and take this time to binge-watch a show. Let's be honest, we all deserve it right now. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wheneveryoureready/support

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COVID-19 update with Rachel Kennedy

We are super happy to have Ryan Smetana back on again! Listening to his positive take on the pandemic, and how artists are strong for adapting to how much the world has changed for them was a breath of fresh air. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wheneveryoureready/support

COVID-19 update with Ryan Smetana

We are excited to invite back Christina Ward for a second episode! It was good to catch up with her from a distance and discuss what it's like to work in fundraising at a theater during a pandemic. Enjoy!  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wheneveryoureready/support

COVID-19 update with Christina Ward

In the final episode of Season One, Amanda and Warren have a conversation with the Finance and Administrative Associate at Victory Gardens Theater. Introducing, Rachel Kennedy! Hear us discuss the administrative side of theater, internships, and how where you're currently at can help launch you to where you want to be. Like our guest? Want to see and hear more from her? Go follow Rachel @raykayy15 on Instagram.  Liked the intro/outro song? Of course you did. Go follow our crazy talented friend Patrick Cunningham on Spotify! 

Episode Ten | Rachel Kennedy

In this episode, Amanda and Warren have a conversation with a talented actor and friend. They discuss finding the right day job, theater that excites them, and what is compelling about film. Like our guest? Want to see and hear more from him? Go follow Brandon @brandoncnelson on Instagram. Liked the intro/outro song? Of course you did. Go follow our crazy talented friend Patrick Cunningham on Spotify!

Episode Nine | Brandon Nelson

In this episode, Amanda and Warren have a conversation with a seasoned Chicago set designer, Mary Margaret Bartley. Together, they discuss how Chicago theater has evolved over the years, how building sets for theater differs from film and television, and how the lessons you learn in school can help you way down the road.  Liked the intro/outro song? Of course you did. Go follow our crazy talented friend Patrick Cunningham on Spotify!

Episode Eight | Mary Margaret Bartley

In this episode, Amanda and Warren have a conversation with a talented actor and "gem of a guy", Ryan Smetana. Together, they discuss following your dreams, the difficult choice between your passion and making money, and how Ryan is a true renaissance man in the theater. Like our guest? Want to see/hear more from him? Go follow Ryan @ryanjsmetana on Instagram. Here is a link to Ryan's website: http://www.ryansmetana.com/ Give it a listen to hear more! Liked the intro/outro song? Of course you did. Go follow our crazy talented friend Patrick Cunningham on Spotify! 

Episode Seven | Ryan Smetana

In this episode, Amanda and Warren have a conversation with an incredibly talented playwright, Alex Ranieri. Together, they discuss the process of writing plays and poetry, why tragedy is so much fun, and how you don’t always have to follow the “norm” when it comes to your education. Give it a listen to hear more! Liked the intro/outro song? Of course you did. Go follow our crazy talented friend Patrick Cunningham on Spotify!

Episode Six | Alex Ranieri

Amanda and Warren talk with their good friend Dane about living in Iowa, skipping the 'small talk,' and the idea of creating a gym for theatre creation. Give it a listen! Like our guest? Want to see/hear more from him? Here's his website: https://danevanbrocklin.weebly.com/?fbclid=IwAR2xxuXTEggX3T-FnUOb3I8HMTMYDL1eN4t9ROC2k3B1Ep1mhO3zOlNqcJc Liked the intro/outro song? Of course you did. Go follow our crazy talented friend Patrick Cunningham on Spotify!

Episode Five | Dane Van Brocklin

Amanda and Warren sit down with a good friend and fellow actor to discuss the process of becoming an equity actor, getting an agent, and how self care is incredibly important.  Give it a listen! Like our guest? Want to see/hear more from her? Go follow Jillian @thejillianpatterson on Instagram. Liked the intro/outro song? Of course you did. Go follow our crazy talented friend Patrick Cunningham on Spotify!

Episode Four | Jillian Patterson

Amanda and Warren sit down with a good friend and fellow actor to discuss being open and transparent, graduate school, and how being able to say "no" is one of the hardest but most important things we can do. Give it a listen! Like our guest? Want to see/hear more from him? Go follow Nate @nateperez324 on Instagram. Interested in Nate's band, Bird Motel? Go check out this amazing band and their awesome music @birdmotelofficial Liked the intro/outro song? Of course you did. Go follow our crazy talented friend Patrick Cunningham on Spotify!

Episode Three | Nate Perez

Amanda and Warren sit down with a good friend and fellow actor to discuss breaking out of your bubble, being a Christian in the theatre world, and how moving to a major city without a job is actually feasible. Give it a listen! Like our guest? Want to see/hear more from her? Go follow Christina @christina_ward94 on Instagram.  Interested in Quicksilver Shakespeare? Go check out this amazing theatre company on Facebook and Instagram @mercuryhamlet Liked the intro/outro song? Of course you did. Go follow our crazy talented friend Patrick Cunningham on Spotify!

Episode Two | Christina Ward

Amanda and Warren sit down with a good friend and fellow actor to discuss growing up in a small town, breaking into voice-over work, and what queer representation looks like in the arts world today. Give it a listen!  Like our guest? Want to see/hear more from him? Go follow Corwyn @corwyning, and give his podcast a listen @ThisMoviesGay on Spotify/Instagram/Twitter.   Liked the intro/outro song? Of course you did. So go follow our crazy talented friend Patrick on Spotify! 

Episode One | Corwyn Cullum

Amanda and Warren are actors based in Chicago. They have always been fascinated by theater artists and their stories. The life of an artist is not always easy. It requires stamina, courage, and faith. This podcast hopes to bring the stories of these theater artists to light and dive into who they are on and off stage. Amanda and Warren seek to encourage and support these artists by building a space to be heard and loved. Thanks for listening! - A&W

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