Podcasts by Theatre Corner

Margo Hall and Phillip Andre Botello | KPBS from 2022-01-15T04:00

Today we sit down with Award-Winning Actor, Director & Playwright Margo Hall and Juilliard graduate Philip Andre Botello. Hall (Soul, Blindspotting) joins us in discussing authenticity onscr...

Kia Leiani and Matthew Elam | KPBS from 2022-01-08T04:00

Sit down with two remarkable artists paving their own way in the entertainment industry with no shortage of skill and talent. Kia Leiani joins us from Texas as a rapper fresh off her newest sing...

Faith Nibbe and Viviana Peji | KPBS from 2021-12-31T04:00

Meet up-and-coming gifted performer Faithe Nibbe and Director and Lyricist Viviana Peji. Nibbe (AGT, Spine Chilling Stories, Rebels) discusses the focus and energy it takes to balance her intere...

Tisha Campbell and Dedrick Weathersby | KPBS from 2021-12-24T04:00

Today we sit down with two powerhouses of talent in the theatre, television, and film scene. Dedrick Weathersby and Tisha Campbell join us to chat about their trials and tribulations in our indu...

Delicia Turner Sonnenberg and Jesse Perez | KPBS from 2021-12-18T04:00

In this episode, we catch up with two giants at the Old Globe Theatre in San Diego. Delicia Sonnenberg, founder of the Moxie Theatre in San Diego, discusses her unique path to following her pass...

Rene Thornton Jr. and Malina Moye | KPBS from 2021-12-11T04:00

Today we sit down with two individuals that are no short on talent, onstage actor Rene Thornton Jr. and singer-songwriter Maline Moye. Thornton Jr. speaks with us about the importance of diversi...

Phillip Andre Botello from 2020-11-20T03:00

Today we sit down with Phillip Andre Botello, a Julliard graduate already making his mark on the film industry. Fresh out of films such as "The Art of Self-Defense," "Pledge," and "Sunset On The...

Kia Leiani from 2020-11-13T03:00

Sit down with Kia Leiani, a rapper based out of Texas who has just released her new single, "Balloons." Kia and Michael discuss some of the technical aspects of rap and the similarities of rap p...

Faith Nibbe | Youth Actor Series from 2020-11-05T16:00

Faith Nibbe has done a lot in 15 years, from theatre performances to signing contracts with NBC Universal. Sit down with Theatre Corner as we delve into a new segment we like to call, the "Youth...

Sheldon Epps and Phylicia Rashad | KPBS from 2020-10-29T15:00

Today, we sit down with two legendary figures in the entertainment industry, director Sheldon Epps (Frasier, Girlfriends) and Phylicia Rashad (The Cosby Show). Epps discusses his tenure at the P...

Wendy Raquel Robinson and Ro Boddie | KPBS from 2020-10-22T15:00

In this episode we sit down with two incredible actors, Wendy Raquel Robinson (The Steve Harvey Show, The Game) and Ro Boddie. Robinson, an NAACP Image award winner, talks about her career, her ...

DB Woodside and Kelly McCreary | KPBS from 2020-10-15T15:00

Today, we travel up to the Geffen Playhouse in Los Angeles to speak with actors DB Woodside (Lucifer, 24) and Kelly McCreary (Grey’s Anatomy, Station 19), who are both performing in Dominique Mo...

Mark Christopher Lawrence and L. Peter Callender | KPBS from 2020-10-08T15:00

Theatre Corner sits down with actor/comedian Mark Christopher Lawrence (Chuck, The Pursuit of Happyness) and artistic director L. Peter Callender. Lawrence talks about his career, getting starte...

Alimi Ballard and Michelle Bradley | KPBS from 2020-10-01T15:00

Today on Theatre Corner, we catch up with actor Alimi Ballard (Queen of the South, Numb3rs) and opera singer Michelle Bradley. Ballard discusses his past roles, introduction to acting, and disco...

Dulé Hill and Daniel J. Watts | KPBS from 2020-09-24T15:00

Actors Dulé Hill (Psych, The West Wing) and Daniel J. Watts (Hamilton) sit down with Michael Taylor at the Geffen Playhouse to discuss their roles in the new hit musical, “Lights Out: Nat ‘King’...

Skeeta Jenkins from 2020-05-28T15:00

Skeeta Jenkins is an actor and voice-over artist from Louisiana known for his role as Cuddly Bear in "Puppet Master" and Keith Smith in "Vindication", available now on Amazon Prime Video.

Lisa B. Thompson from 2020-05-21T15:00

Dr. Lisa B. Thompson is a celebrated playwright who is currently teaching at University of Texas at Austin. 

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Wren T. Brown from 2020-05-14T15:00

In this special interview filmed in front of a live audience, Michael Taylor sits down with Wren T. Brown during the Distinguished Speaker Series at the University Club atop Symphony Towers to d...

Wrekless Watson from 2020-05-07T15:00

Wrekless Watson is a local San Diego actor. He sits down with Michael Taylor to discuss his recent projects, his love for the stage, and how music and acting intertwine.

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Terrell Donnell Sledge from 2020-04-30T15:00

Michael Taylor sits down with San Diego actor Terrell Donnell Sledge in the beautiful Versailles Ballroom at the Westgate Hotel. The two discuss Terrell's Ivy-league education, career, and futur...

Ro Boddie from 2020-04-23T15:00

Ro Boddie is performing in "Every Brilliant Thing" at the Cygnet Theatre in San Diego, a one-man show about a boy who creates a list of 'every brilliant thing' worth living for after his mother ...

Mark Christopher Lawrence from 2020-04-16T15:00

Mark Christopher Lawrence (Chuck, Terminator 2, The Pursuit of Happyness) sits down with Michael Taylor to discuss his career, show business, and how he killed a guy with comedy.

Rene Thornton Jr. from 2020-04-09T15:00

In the Versailles Ballroom at The Westgate Hotel, Theatre Corner sits down with Shakespearean Actor Rene Thornton Jr.  He recently performed as Antonio in The Old Globe's productions of "Th...

L. Peter Callender from 2020-04-02T15:00

We sit down with the phenomenal Shakespearean Actor L. Peter Callender, Artistic Director of The African-American Shakespeare Company.  A professional actor for over 30 years, he received h...

Caroline Stefanie Clay from 2020-03-26T15:00

Caroline Stefanie Clay is an inspiring actress performing in Dominique Morisseau's "Skeleton Crew." She sits down with Michael Taylor to discuss her role, career, and how the director fought for...

Amari Cheatom from 2020-03-19T15:00

Amari Cheatom (Roman J. Israel, Esq., Detroit) is proud to make his Geffen Playhouse debut with Dominique Morisseau’s Skeleton Crew. His credits include The Temple Bombing (Alliance Theatre), Du...

Kelly McCreary from 2020-03-12T15:00

Kelly McCreary (Grey's Anatomy) sits down to discuss her training, career, and performance in Dominique Morisseau's play, "Skeleton Crew."

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DB Woodside from 2020-03-05T16:00

DB Woodside was last seen as God’s favorite son, Amenadiel on Lucifer on the Fox network. Concurrently, he has been starring as Jeff Malone on the USA Network drama Suits. Prior to that, he was ...

Nathan Alan Davis from 2020-02-27T16:00

Nathan Alan Davis is a playwright from Rockford, Illinois. He sits down with Michael Taylor to discuss his beginnings and the second play he's written, "The Wind and the Breeze."

Angel Joy Blue from 2020-02-20T16:00

Recognized for her beautiful timbre and stunning stage presence, soprano Angel Blue's voice has been hailed for its shining, agile upper register and "smoky" middle register. A regular BBC Proms...

Freedome Bradley-Ballentine from 2020-02-13T16:00

Freedome Bradley-Ballentine is the Director of Arts Engagement at The Old Globe Theatre. He sits down with Michael Taylor to discuss his role at the Globe and the programs that they have to conn...

Debbie Allen from 2020-02-06T16:00

Debbie Allen (Grey's Anatomy, Fame) is an Emmy, Golden Globe, and NAACP award winning actress. She sits down with Michael Taylor to discuss her career, dance academy, and annual production of "T...

Wendy Raquel Robinson from 2020-01-30T16:00

Wendy Raquel Robinson (The Game, Steve Harvey Show) is one of the most talented, professional actors in the entertainment industry. She is known for her groundbreaking role as the sexy and feist...

Dea Hurston from 2020-01-23T16:00

Dea Hurston is a Playwright and Philanthropist based in San Diego. She sits down with Michael Taylor over some tea at The Westgate Hotel to discuss her upcoming plays and the arts.

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Phylicia Rashad from 2020-01-16T16:00

Phylicia Rashad (The Cosby Show, Empire) sits down with Michael Taylor to discuss her career, directing, and what inspired her to become an actress.

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Ian Lassiter from 2020-01-09T16:00

Ian Lassiter (King Richard II, Hamlet) has appeared on Broadway in The Cherry Orchard (Roundabout Theatre Company) and War Horse (Lincoln Center Theater). His Off Broadway credits include Ring T...

Sheldon Epps from 2020-01-02T16:00

Sheldon Epps (Frasier, Friends) is Artistic Director Emeritus of the renowned Pasadena Playhouse. Before beginning his tenure at The Playhouse in 1997, he served as Associate Artistic Director o...

Michael Boatman from 2019-12-26T16:00

Michael Boatman (China Beach, Spin City, Anger Management) is an Image Award-nominated American actor and writer. In this episode, he sits down with Michael Taylor to discuss his role in Ken Lud...

Michael Genet from 2019-12-19T16:00

Michael Genet is an award winning writer and producer of such films as TALK TO ME (FOCUS Features), HALLELUJAH (American Playhouse), and SHE HATE ME (Sony Picture Classics) for Director Spike Le...

J. Bernard Calloway from 2019-12-12T20:51:45

J. Bernard Calloway (Memphis, Guys and Dolls) is an Alabama State University football player turned Broadway star who has performed in the original casts of two Tony Award-winning productions. H...

Leigh Scarritt from 2019-12-05T16:00

Leigh Scarritt is a San Diego director and a voice/acting coach. Her clients attend some of the finest universities in the country, appear on stage and the big screen, and continue to excel at t...

Justin Emeka from 2019-11-28T16:00

Justin Emeka is a director committed to creating high-quality, innovative storytelling in theater--engaging writers whose work is known and unknown--as well as finding new approaches to "classic...

Daniel J. Watts from 2019-11-21T16:00

Daniel J. Watts is playing Sammy Davis Jr. in "Lights Out: Nat 'King' Cole", which runs at the Geffen Playhouse thru March 24, 2019.  He discusses playing this legendary role, tap dancing, ...

Dulé Hill from 2019-11-14T16:00

Dulé Hill (Psych, Suits) sits down with Michael Taylor at the Geffen Playhouse to discuss his role in the hit new musical, "Lights Out: Nat 'King' Cole!"  The two talk about what it's like ...

Alimi Ballard from 2019-11-07T16:00

We sit down with Alimi Ballard (Queen of the South) over a glass of champagne, discussing his past roles, introduction to acting, and inspirations.  

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Marcus Henderson from 2019-10-31T15:00

You may recognize Marcus Henderson from his unforgettable performance as Walter the groundskeeper in Get Out, the satirical horror film that crushed box office records and sparked a national con...

Barry Edelstein from 2019-10-24T15:00

Barry Edelstein, Erna Finci Viterbi Artistic Director of The Old Globe theatre in San Diego, sits down with Michael Taylor to discuss their upcoming 2019-2020 season of productions.

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Michelle Bradley from 2019-10-17T15:00

Michelle Bradley is an extremely talented soprano making her U.S. debut at the San Diego Opera. She sits down with Michael Taylor to discuss her training, influences, and upcoming role in "Aida"...

Dominique Morisseau from 2019-10-10T15:00

Dominique Morisseau is a prominent force in the American theater scene whose work is bringing the richness and complexity of the African American experience into the spotlight. Morisseau got her...

Hal Linden from 2019-10-03T15:00

Hal Linden is an Emmy and Tony Award-winning actor, singer, musician, and all around class- act whose prolific career has spanned television, film, the stage, and the recording studio. Among his...

Marcel Spears from 2019-09-26T15:00

Marcel Spears (CBS's The Neighborhood, ABC's The Mayor) is an up-and-coming actor, singer, and writer to watch. Originally from New Orleans, Marcel studied the theatrical arts at Prairie View A&...

Maurice Decaul from 2019-09-19T15:00

Maurice Decaul is a Marine veteran, a poet, essayist, and playwright, whose writing has been featured in the New York Times, The Daily Beast, Sierra Magazine, American Theatre, Callaloo, Narrati...

Donald Faison from 2019-09-12T15:00

In our first interview in 2017, Michael Taylor sat down with Donald Faison (Scrubs, Remember the Titans) at the Old Globe Theatre to discuss his upcoming role in Steve Martin's "Picasso at the L...