<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><?xml-stylesheet href="https://feeds.captivate.fm/style.xsl" type="text/xsl"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><atom:link href="https://feeds.captivate.fm/exit-stage-left/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><title><![CDATA[Exit Stage Left]]></title><podcast:guid>c04d3231-9d31-5dab-b2e7-fa9427fa7571</podcast:guid><lastBuildDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 18:00:03 +0000</lastBuildDate><generator>Captivate.fm</generator><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><copyright><![CDATA[Copyright 2026 LCC Connect]]></copyright><managingEditor>LCC Connect</managingEditor><itunes:summary><![CDATA[With more than 30 theatre, dance, and music performances each year, LCC brings the performing arts to life in spaces like the Dart Auditorium, Black Box Theatre, and the outdoor amphitheater. 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Host Paige Tufford is joined by festival Co-Founders Sally Hecksel and Shannon Bowen, to share how the festival has grown and what’s new in the REO Town location. They highlight the festival’s commitment to inclusivity, inviting artists from all backgrounds and mediums to take part, and build the creative community.</p><p><strong>Mentioned This Episode</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.renegadefringe.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website: </a><strong><a href="https://www.renegadefringe.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Renegade Fringe Festival</a></strong></p><p><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSed_vR3eFAf9Qu6veo7k-twNNgCq2gspo8yl7DxsE8T08JfbQ/viewform" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website: </a><strong><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSed_vR3eFAf9Qu6veo7k-twNNgCq2gspo8yl7DxsE8T08JfbQ/viewform" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Festival Performance Application</a></strong></p><p><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdpzNxhXBP39F6E60wFQmj40A2lyAhoyxltnPj4hFWMsSJPEg/viewform" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website: </a><strong><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdpzNxhXBP39F6E60wFQmj40A2lyAhoyxltnPj4hFWMsSJPEg/viewform" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Volunteer for the Festival</a></strong></p><p>____________________</p><p><a href="https://www.lcc.edu/services/community-campus-resources/performing-arts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website: </a><strong><a href="https://www.lcc.edu/services/community-campus-resources/performing-arts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LCC Performing Arts</a></strong></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>On this episode, a popular Lansing event has been reborn and The Renegade Fringe Festival is making an exciting return, bringing together local theater artists and strengthening community connections. 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They highlight the festival’s commitment to inclusivity, inviting artists from all backgrounds and mediums to take part, and build the creative community.</p><p><strong>Mentioned This Episode</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.renegadefringe.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website: </a><strong><a href="https://www.renegadefringe.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Renegade Fringe Festival</a></strong></p><p><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSed_vR3eFAf9Qu6veo7k-twNNgCq2gspo8yl7DxsE8T08JfbQ/viewform" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website: </a><strong><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSed_vR3eFAf9Qu6veo7k-twNNgCq2gspo8yl7DxsE8T08JfbQ/viewform" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Festival Performance Application</a></strong></p><p><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdpzNxhXBP39F6E60wFQmj40A2lyAhoyxltnPj4hFWMsSJPEg/viewform" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website: </a><strong><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdpzNxhXBP39F6E60wFQmj40A2lyAhoyxltnPj4hFWMsSJPEg/viewform" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Volunteer for the Festival</a></strong></p><p>____________________</p><p><a href="https://www.lcc.edu/services/community-campus-resources/performing-arts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website: </a><strong><a href="https://www.lcc.edu/services/community-campus-resources/performing-arts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LCC Performing Arts</a></strong></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://exit-stage-left.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">972c2426-b4ce-4418-bb74-5309fb78c651</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/1d70b8e9-319a-48f6-a4eb-a1c2434dd3e7/ESL-Avatar-1400x1400.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 14:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/972c2426-b4ce-4418-bb74-5309fb78c651.mp3" length="39648380" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>27:31</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/7af1502d-2a91-40bb-90d6-c8cbcfbd40b4/transcript.json" type="application/json"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/7af1502d-2a91-40bb-90d6-c8cbcfbd40b4/transcript.srt" type="application/srt" rel="captions"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/7af1502d-2a91-40bb-90d6-c8cbcfbd40b4/index.html" type="text/html"/><podcast:chapters url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/chapter-1eede725-b339-4024-904d-7dd51f64021c.json" type="application/json+chapters"/></item><item><title>Behind the Mic: Melodious Insights From a Veteran Educator</title><itunes:title>Behind the Mic: Melodious Insights From a Veteran Educator</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This debut episode features a conversation with Christopher Rollins, a distinguished music faculty member at Lansing Community College, who shares insights from his extensive teaching career spanning over 40 years. The discussion delves into the challenges faced by contemporary musicians, particularly regarding live performances and the impact of social media on the music industry. He also provides valuable advice for aspiring guitarists, highlighting the significance of foundational skills.</p><p><strong>Mentioned This Episode</strong></p><p><strong><a href="Auditions and Ensembles" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website:</a></strong><a href="Auditions and Ensembles" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> LCC Music Audition &amp; Ensembles</a></p><p><strong><a href="https://youtu.be/xMR__wWDCnE?si=X96NkOI-6JhBrXA6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube: </a></strong><a href="https://youtu.be/xMR__wWDCnE?si=X96NkOI-6JhBrXA6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Arada by Francisco Moreno Torroba - performed by Christopher Rollins</a></p><p><strong><a href="https://avenuecafelansing.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website: </a></strong><a href="https://avenuecafelansing.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Avenue Cafe - April 2026 Events</a></p><p><strong><a href="https://cms.msu.edu/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website:</a></strong><a href="https://cms.msu.edu/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> MSU Community Music School</a></p><p><strong><a href="https://www.uolivet.edu/program/music/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website:</a></strong><a href="https://www.uolivet.edu/program/music/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> University of Olivet Music Program</a></p><p>____________________</p><p><strong><a href="https://www.lcc.edu/services/community-campus-resources/performing-arts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website:</a></strong><a href="https://www.lcc.edu/services/community-campus-resources/performing-arts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> LCC Performing Arts</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This debut episode features a conversation with Christopher Rollins, a distinguished music faculty member at Lansing Community College, who shares insights from his extensive teaching career spanning over 40 years. The discussion delves into the challenges faced by contemporary musicians, particularly regarding live performances and the impact of social media on the music industry. He also provides valuable advice for aspiring guitarists, highlighting the significance of foundational skills.</p><p><strong>Mentioned This Episode</strong></p><p><strong><a href="Auditions and Ensembles" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website:</a></strong><a href="Auditions and Ensembles" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> LCC Music Audition &amp; Ensembles</a></p><p><strong><a href="https://youtu.be/xMR__wWDCnE?si=X96NkOI-6JhBrXA6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube: </a></strong><a href="https://youtu.be/xMR__wWDCnE?si=X96NkOI-6JhBrXA6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Arada by Francisco Moreno Torroba - performed by Christopher Rollins</a></p><p><strong><a href="https://avenuecafelansing.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website: </a></strong><a href="https://avenuecafelansing.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Avenue Cafe - April 2026 Events</a></p><p><strong><a href="https://cms.msu.edu/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website:</a></strong><a href="https://cms.msu.edu/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> MSU Community Music School</a></p><p><strong><a href="https://www.uolivet.edu/program/music/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website:</a></strong><a href="https://www.uolivet.edu/program/music/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> University of Olivet Music Program</a></p><p>____________________</p><p><strong><a href="https://www.lcc.edu/services/community-campus-resources/performing-arts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website:</a></strong><a href="https://www.lcc.edu/services/community-campus-resources/performing-arts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> LCC Performing Arts</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://exit-stage-left.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9b1ceee0-8f03-4c47-882f-5c33f4137e0e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/1d70b8e9-319a-48f6-a4eb-a1c2434dd3e7/ESL-Avatar-1400x1400.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9b1ceee0-8f03-4c47-882f-5c33f4137e0e.mp3" length="33431324" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>23:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/a07f5a6f-645c-4326-9f7a-330b61d89222/transcript.json" type="application/json"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/a07f5a6f-645c-4326-9f7a-330b61d89222/transcript.srt" type="application/srt" rel="captions"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/a07f5a6f-645c-4326-9f7a-330b61d89222/index.html" type="text/html"/><podcast:chapters url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/chapter-bb9cee29-8df6-4b53-ae1e-699da0725756.json" type="application/json+chapters"/></item></channel></rss>