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A podcast celebrating playwrights, performers, and patrons. In Season 5, Executive Director Garry Posey and co-producer Caleb Sexton introduce theatre artists and creatives, delving into the storytelling and imagination of playwrights you may not have heard of—yet. lightsup@ensembletheatreofchattanooga.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Signup to Generate a PitchA podcast celebrating playwrights, performers, and patrons. In Season 5, Executive Director Garry Posey and co-producer Caleb Sexton introduce theatre artists and creatives, delving into the storytelling and imagination of playwrights you may not have heard of, yet.
Recent episodes include "ELEPHANTS WATER BONES by Noah Mannix" (17 June 2025, 94 minutes), "CACTUS, TX by Dane Futrell" (2 June 2025, 86 minutes), and "RED IN THE MORNING by Dana Leslie Goldstein" (5 May 2025, 68 minutes).
LIGHTS UP! publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 59 minutes across 65 episodes.
Booking probability for LIGHTS UP! is 23%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. LIGHTS UP! requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. LIGHTS UP!'s contact route on record: verified email.
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LIGHTS UP! is an arts podcast with 65 episodes published.
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Episode #10
In our final episode of Season 5, we sit down with playwright Noah Mannix, a Philly-based Rising Playwright with Azuka Theatre . They unpack Elephants Water Bones, a twenty‑five‑minute absurdist exploration of ritual...
Episode #9
In this episode, we spotlight Cactus, Texas, a surreal one-act play by Dane Futrell, a recent MFA graduate in Dramatic Writing from Arizona State University. Set in a bizarre Northern Texas wasteland, the play follows...
In this episode of Lights Up!, we welcome back award-winning playwright and lyricist Dana Leslie Goldstein to discuss her intimate two-hander, RED IN THE MORNING. Set against the stark quiet of a remote cabin, the play...
Episode #7
Playwright, lyricist, and dramaturg Arianna Rose returns to Lights Up! for a heartfelt conversation about MAKE MULCH FROM IT, a 15-minute drama that tenderly explores the aftershocks of love lost, the ache of unresolved...
In this episode we welcome back Nashville-based playwright Judy Klass with her play WHAT WE CAST OFF, WHAT WE KEEP, a story rooted in metamorphosis and personal transformation. The conversation explores breakups, loss...
Episode #5
In this episode, we welcome returning Australian playwright and award-winning storyteller Adam Szudrich to discuss his creative journey from playwriting to filmmaking. Adam shares how personal experiences and cultural...
Episode #4
In this episode, we welcome Austin, TX based Audrey Webb , an award-winning playwright and screenwriter, to discuss her creative journey from acting to writing. Audrey shares how her background in improv—Theatre Sports...
Episode #3
In this episode of the Lights Up! podcast, Mark Blankenship shares his insights on creating immersive experiences, reflecting on the significance of movement in narrative influenced by his love of the Greek tragedy. The...
Episode #2
In this episode, we welcome Ukrainian playwright, theater translator, and scholar Anna Halas . We explore the impact of war on personal identity through her affecting play, CHRONICLES OF A LOST SOUL . After a powerful...
Episode #1
In this episode, we sit down with Ukrainian playwright and theater manager Dmytro Ternovyi to discuss his play, ON THE EVE (EVERYTHING WILL BE ALRIGHT). Set against the backdrop of the days leading up to Russia's...
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In this special introductory episode kicking off our 5th season, we speak with John Freedman and Brandice Thompson from the Center for International Theatre Development (CITD) about the resilience of theater in Ukraine...
Episode #10
ONE NIGHT STAN by Adam Szudrich (Australia) (join New Play Exchange and follow along, ONE NIGHT STAN) Rachel: Juanita Castro-Ochoa (NY) Holly: Sadie Collins (TN) Marie: Savannah Talledo (PA) Directed by Garry Lee Posey...
Episode #9
BROKEN by James McLindon Be sure to visit his website or facebook ! (join New Play Exchange and follow along, BROKEN) A: SJ Lester B: Chase Parker Directed by Joel Sancez-Avantes Soundscape by Eric "Red" Wyatt...
COME BACK MISS CALLIOPE by Alan Kilpatrick (Belgium) (join New Play Exchange and follow along, COME BACK MISS CALLIOPE) Edward Phapp: Chase Parker (GA) Rainy Brightwater: Bronte Upshaw (NY) Directed by Garry Lee Posey...
Episode #8
A ZILLION PIECES by Germaine Shames (join New Play Exchange and follow along, A ZILLION PIECES ) Simon: Joseph Watts (GA) Mihai: SJ Lester (TN) Audrey: Bronte Upshaw (NY) Directed by Garry Lee Posey Soundscape by Eric...
Episode #6
THE PROPHET by Rebecca Dzida (DC) (join New Play Exchange and follow along, THE PROPHET ) Ty: Joseph Watts (GA) Sophie: Charlene Hong-White (TN) Directed by Garry Lee Posey Soundscape by Eric "Red" Wyatt Additional...
Episode #5
TWANG by Cris Eli Blak (NY) (Stay up to date on what Cris Eli Blak's instagram ) Cash: Kenya White (TN) Lucille: Savannah Talledo (PA) Directed by Garry Lee Posey Soundscape by Eric "Red" Wyatt Additional Audio: Stock...
Episode #4
THERAPEUTIC by Leticia Arbelo (ARGENTINA) Keep up to date on Leticia's book release! Follow along on Instagram ! Karina: Norma Meza (GA) Juli: Carla Costabile (NY) Directed by Joel Sancez-Avantes Soundscape by Eric...
Episode #3
WORDS TO THAT EFFECT by F.J. Hartland (PA) (join New Play Exchange and follow along, WORDS TO THAT EFFECT) Lavinia: Bronte Upshaw (NY) Neeley/Cornelius: Scott Harrison (NY) Directed by Joel Sanchez-Avantes Soundscape by...
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