The Salvation Army, Scenic Design, and Accessible Theatre with Erin McDonald
Producing, Playing Frodo, and Lord of the Rings the Musical with Spencer Davis Milford
In this episode I speak with Erin McDonald about her work with the Salvation Army in the Creative Arts Ministry, some of the unique work they are doing in the arts world, and what her experience has been working with Muskegon Civic Theatre to create theatre that is accessible for actors with mental or physical disabilities. Erin has a degree in theatre and works with Salvation Army's Creative Arts Ministry, and as a Scenic Designer for Muskegon Civic Theatre.
In this episode I speak with Spencer Davis Milford, the actor portraying Frodo in the newly revived Lord of the Rings the Musical. We discuss the kinds of art he finds engaging and likes to produce, what some of his favorite projects have been, and the experience of playing Frodo in Lord of the Rings.
In this episode I discuss art that is gentle, simple, and has helped keep me grounded this year! Often we pay attention to those works of art that are challenging, important, or groundbreaking, but sometimes we just need something simple and restful that helps us reconnect with our humanity. Sign up for our newsletter: https://www.artistsoftheway.com/contact.html
In this episode I speak with the creative team for Godspell, our assistant director Anna Eaton, music director Abigail Pletcher, and choreographer Ellie Knobloch, as we discuss our hearts behind this production, some of our goals artistically, and what the process of putting this show together has been like.Godspell opens this Thursday, July 18, at the Gezon Auditorium! Get your tickets today at https://artistsoftheway.ludus.com/index.php Sign up for our newsletter: https://www.artistsoftheway.com/contact.htmlFind out more about Godspell: https://www.artistsoftheway.com/godspell.html
In this episode Jon, Nate, and Jordan continue their discussion about playing Jesus, how it impacted their spiritual life, and chat a bit about their experience with Godspell!Godspell runs from July 18-27. Get your tickets today at https://artistsoftheway.ludus.com/index.php Sign up for our newsletter: https://www.artistsoftheway.com/contact.htmlFind out more about Godspell: https://www.artistsoftheway.com/godspell.html
In this episode I have a discussion with my friends Nate Knobloch and Jordan Awe. Both are in Godspell, and have played (or are playing) Jesus. The three of us unpack our experiences playing Jesus, what that meant to our faith, and how we view Jesus after having explored Him in such an intimate way. Sign up for our newsletter: https://www.artistsoftheway.com/contact.htmlFind out more about Godspell: https://www.artistsoftheway.com/godspell.html
In this episode I celebrate our one year anniversary, and unpack some thoughts I've been having about the importance of loving God as Christians. Why do we love God, how do we love God, and what does it matter or do for us?If you want to share ways you try to love God in your life or in your art, visit our contact form at www.artistsoftheway.com/contact.html Sign up for our newsletter: https://www.artistsoftheway.com/contact.htmlFind out more about Godspell: https://www.artistsoftheway.com/godspell.html
In this episode I speak with Mike Boers, Timothy Bright, Ron Hurd, and Tripp Hurst about their experience in community theatre, and the show they're opening this week, Twelve Angry Men.Twelve Angry Men runs from June 6 to June 22 at Master Arts Theatre, and was directed by Lorna Torres. Sign up for our newsletter: https://www.artistsoftheway.com/contact.htmlFind out more about Godspell: https://www.artistsoftheway.com/godspell.html
In this episode I speak with Pastor Craig Apel about the culture within the church, how we as the church and members can do better in handling church hurt, and how the church and his pastoral calling relates to art and artists.Craig is an alumni of Grace Bible College and Moody Bible Institute, and is currently a retired pastor after many years as the senior pastor of Berean Church in Muskegon, MI. Sign up for our newsletter: https://www.artistsoftheway.com/contact.htmlFind out more about Godspell: https://www.artistsoftheway.com/godspell.html
In this episode I speak with Sophia Medawar, a good friend of mine who lives and works in Chicago, IL. We discuss her relationship with God, her relationship with the church, what she's seeing in the lives of her artistic community and how they view the church. We also discuss the role of Christians in Evangelism, and how the standard model for churches in America can be unhelpful for fostering healthy Christianity, healthy church communities, and caring for the felt needs of the world, particularly artists.Sophia works at Zanies Comedy Club in Chicago, and has worked as a teaching artist and director at Chicago Children's Theatre, and a Studio Coordinator at May I Have This Dance. Sign up for our newsletter: https://www.artistsoftheway.com/contact.htmlFind out more about Godspell: https://www.artistsoftheway.com/godspell.html