<![CDATA[As You Mic It]]>0ae9574e-6ba9-533b-9ea5-ac307651101dSat, 18 Apr 2026 19:44:39 +0000Captivate.fmPennsylvania Shakespeare Festivalhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/72819276-76e9-4162-b882-232f8550f42c/6MMUHoFAJvZEAuGCZ2buToEQ.jpgAs You Mic ItPennsylvania Shakespeare FestivalPennsylvania Shakespeare FestivalAS YOU MIC IT explores the gorgeous anthology of Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival. Each episode unpacks the topics of themes, characters, productions and historical contexts. AS YOU MIC IT offers engaging discussions, insightful interviews with authors, directors and actors, and a playful examination of the art of storytelling. Whether a seasoned Shakespeare aficionado or a curious newcomer, there’s something for everyone in this captivating journey through the world of theater.https://www.pashakespeare.orgfalseepisodicnopodcastPSF Giving OpportunitiesLehigh Valley, PennsylvaniaS2E13 - There is a World ElsewhereS2E13 - There is a World ElsewherePA Shakespeare Festival continues its second season of As You Mic It with a conversation about exile, belonging, and why stories of banishment continue to resonate across time.

In this episode, hosts Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer open with a roundtable exploring characters who find themselves cast out, displaced, or searching for a place to belong. From Coriolanus to As You Like It, and The Piano Lesson to Romeo and Juliet, they consider how exile reveals identity, tests loyalty, and invites the possibility of transformation, and why these stories continue to speak to contemporary audiences.

Later in the episode, Jason sits down with Guy Roberts, Founder and Artistic Director of the Prague Shakespeare Company, to discuss building an English-language classical theatre abroad, repertory theatre, and what it means to create Shakespeare for a global audience.

In A Peek Behind the Curtain, the team reflects on the rhythms of a summer festival, examining how it differs from a traditional theatre season, and how that unique structure shapes the work, the artists, and the experience for audiences.

Hosted by: Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, Connie Behringer

Featuring: Guy Roberts


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]]>PA Shakespeare Festival continues its second season of As You Mic It with a conversation about exile, belonging, and why stories of banishment continue to resonate across time.

In this episode, hosts Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer open with a roundtable exploring characters who find themselves cast out, displaced, or searching for a place to belong. From Coriolanus to As You Like It, and The Piano Lesson to Romeo and Juliet, they consider how exile reveals identity, tests loyalty, and invites the possibility of transformation, and why these stories continue to speak to contemporary audiences.

Later in the episode, Jason sits down with Guy Roberts, Founder and Artistic Director of the Prague Shakespeare Company, to discuss building an English-language classical theatre abroad, repertory theatre, and what it means to create Shakespeare for a global audience.

In A Peek Behind the Curtain, the team reflects on the rhythms of a summer festival, examining how it differs from a traditional theatre season, and how that unique structure shapes the work, the artists, and the experience for audiences.

Hosted by: Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, Connie Behringer

Featuring: Guy Roberts


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]]>9332533a-fce3-42ac-bb30-0944593d849fThu, 16 Apr 2026 17:01:00 -040001:08:11falsefull213132S2E12 - What We Pass ForwardS2E12 - What We Pass ForwardPA Shakespeare Festival continues its second season of As You Mic It with a conversation about legacy, mentorship, and how theatre traditions continue through the artists and audiences who encounter them.

In this episode, hosts Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer open with a roundtable exploring how legacy moves from one generation to the next, both through the stories we produce and the artists who bring them to life. From The Piano Lesson to Romeo and Juliet, The Complete Works of Jane Austen, Abridged, and Moriarty, they consider how great works endure through reinterpretation and care.

Later in the episode, Jason speaks with Pulitzer Prize–winning playwright and director James Ijames about August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson, the responsibility of directing a play with such a powerful history, and how each production becomes part of its continuing life.

In A Peek Behind the Curtain, the team shares a look at PSF’s expanded summer education offerings, including new camps for students in grades K–6, and how early theatre experiences help shape future artists and audiences.

Hosted by: Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, Connie Behringer

Featuring: James Ijames


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]]>PA Shakespeare Festival continues its second season of As You Mic It with a conversation about legacy, mentorship, and how theatre traditions continue through the artists and audiences who encounter them.

In this episode, hosts Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer open with a roundtable exploring how legacy moves from one generation to the next, both through the stories we produce and the artists who bring them to life. From The Piano Lesson to Romeo and Juliet, The Complete Works of Jane Austen, Abridged, and Moriarty, they consider how great works endure through reinterpretation and care.

Later in the episode, Jason speaks with Pulitzer Prize–winning playwright and director James Ijames about August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson, the responsibility of directing a play with such a powerful history, and how each production becomes part of its continuing life.

In A Peek Behind the Curtain, the team shares a look at PSF’s expanded summer education offerings, including new camps for students in grades K–6, and how early theatre experiences help shape future artists and audiences.

Hosted by: Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, Connie Behringer

Featuring: James Ijames


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]]>ad6b8123-86f2-4d23-994f-50f89d5605cfWed, 01 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -040001:19:20falsefull212122S2E11 - In the Spotlight with Vanessa MoroscoS2E11 - In the Spotlight with Vanessa MoroscoPA Shakespeare Festival continues its second season of As You Mic It with a special one-act conversation focused on leadership, stewardship, and the responsibility of carrying performance traditions forward.

In this episode, Artistic Director Jason King Jones sits down with Vanessa Morosco, Executive Artistic Director of the American Shakespeare Center, for a conversation about what it means to lead a classical theatre company in this moment. Together, they explore how Shakespeare’s plays continue to ask urgent questions of artists and audiences alike, and how rehearsal rooms can become spaces where shared purpose shapes the work.

Their discussion also reflects on the connection between artistic leadership and community building, the balance between honoring tradition and encouraging discovery, and how theatre organizations create cultures that allow artists to do their best work.

Hosted by: Jason King Jones

Featuring: Vanessa Morosco

As You Mic It is produced by Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival.


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]]>PA Shakespeare Festival continues its second season of As You Mic It with a special one-act conversation focused on leadership, stewardship, and the responsibility of carrying performance traditions forward.

In this episode, Artistic Director Jason King Jones sits down with Vanessa Morosco, Executive Artistic Director of the American Shakespeare Center, for a conversation about what it means to lead a classical theatre company in this moment. Together, they explore how Shakespeare’s plays continue to ask urgent questions of artists and audiences alike, and how rehearsal rooms can become spaces where shared purpose shapes the work.

Their discussion also reflects on the connection between artistic leadership and community building, the balance between honoring tradition and encouraging discovery, and how theatre organizations create cultures that allow artists to do their best work.

Hosted by: Jason King Jones

Featuring: Vanessa Morosco

As You Mic It is produced by Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival.


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]]>0da3b1bb-ac13-490b-bb25-e41f2661a275Thu, 19 Mar 2026 01:30:00 -040046:25falsefull211112S2E10 - Finding Our PeopleS2E10 - Finding Our PeoplePA Shakespeare Festival continues its second season of As You Mic It with a conversation about community, legacy, and the ways theatre brings people together.

In this episode, hosts Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer begin with a roundtable exploring how the 2026 season reflects different visions of community. From the spontaneous gathering of musicians in Million Dollar Quartet to the chosen fellowship of As You Like It and the inherited bonds of August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson, they consider how communities are formed, challenged, and sustained across generations. Along the way, they reflect on the moment when a rehearsal room becomes something more than a group of individuals.

Later in the episode, Jason sits down with Bill George, co-founder of Touchstone Theatre, to discuss the work of building theatre at the grassroots level. Their conversation reflects on the role artists play in shaping civic life and the power of gathering people around shared stories.

In A Peek Behind the Curtain, the team shares how those ideas take shape in rehearsal, reflecting on the first moments when a company begins to move, listen, and create as a community.

Hosted by: Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer

Featuring: Bill George

As You Mic It is produced by Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival.


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]]>PA Shakespeare Festival continues its second season of As You Mic It with a conversation about community, legacy, and the ways theatre brings people together.

In this episode, hosts Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer begin with a roundtable exploring how the 2026 season reflects different visions of community. From the spontaneous gathering of musicians in Million Dollar Quartet to the chosen fellowship of As You Like It and the inherited bonds of August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson, they consider how communities are formed, challenged, and sustained across generations. Along the way, they reflect on the moment when a rehearsal room becomes something more than a group of individuals.

Later in the episode, Jason sits down with Bill George, co-founder of Touchstone Theatre, to discuss the work of building theatre at the grassroots level. Their conversation reflects on the role artists play in shaping civic life and the power of gathering people around shared stories.

In A Peek Behind the Curtain, the team shares how those ideas take shape in rehearsal, reflecting on the first moments when a company begins to move, listen, and create as a community.

Hosted by: Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer

Featuring: Bill George

As You Mic It is produced by Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival.


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]]>5b48d173-dd31-4e36-af16-b15bda4c9f4dWed, 04 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -040001:33:13falsefull210102S2E9 - Words in the MomentS2E9 - Words in the MomentPA Shakespeare Festival continues its second season of As You Mic It with a conversation about language, time, and how stories from the past find meaning in the present.

In this episode, hosts Jason King Jones and Connie Behringer begin with a roundtable on how the 2026 season lives in two moments at once. From Shakespeare to Million Dollar Quartet to The Piano Lesson, they examine how inherited words carry history and how performance determines what those words mean now. What do we preserve? What do we clarify? And how do we help audiences hear both?

Later in the episode, Jason sits with Ben Crystal to discuss original pronunciation, rhythm, and why hearing Shakespeare as it once sounded can sharpen clarity rather than obscure it.

In A Peek Behind the Curtain, we turn to our Shakespeare Competition, where young performers are doing this work firsthand — finding voice, intention, and meaning as they prepare to step onstage.

Hosted by: Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, Connie Behringer

Featuring: Ben Crystal

As You Mic It is produced by Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival.


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]]>PA Shakespeare Festival continues its second season of As You Mic It with a conversation about language, time, and how stories from the past find meaning in the present.

In this episode, hosts Jason King Jones and Connie Behringer begin with a roundtable on how the 2026 season lives in two moments at once. From Shakespeare to Million Dollar Quartet to The Piano Lesson, they examine how inherited words carry history and how performance determines what those words mean now. What do we preserve? What do we clarify? And how do we help audiences hear both?

Later in the episode, Jason sits with Ben Crystal to discuss original pronunciation, rhythm, and why hearing Shakespeare as it once sounded can sharpen clarity rather than obscure it.

In A Peek Behind the Curtain, we turn to our Shakespeare Competition, where young performers are doing this work firsthand — finding voice, intention, and meaning as they prepare to step onstage.

Hosted by: Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, Connie Behringer

Featuring: Ben Crystal

As You Mic It is produced by Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival.


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]]>395229a1-df76-4876-b602-17cfa12d83dcWed, 18 Feb 2026 06:30:00 -040001:36:34falsefull2992S2E8 - Love and DefianceS2E8 - Love and DefiancePA Shakespeare Festival continues its second season of As You Mic It with a compelling conversation about what love demands when it challenges tradition, authority, and expectation.

In this episode, hosts Jason King Jones and Connie Behringer open with a roundtable exploring love as both obligation and choice across the 2026 season. Drawing connections between Romeo and Juliet, Coriolanus, and Million Dollar Quartet, they examine how love can bind, liberate, or defy the systems that shape our lives, and why those tensions still resonate today.

Later in the episode, Jason sits down with Suzanne O’Donnell, who returns to Romeo and Juliet this summer as the Nurse after originating Juliet in PSF’s inaugural season. Their conversation reflects on artistic growth, shifting perspective, and what it means to revisit a story of love and defiance from a new vantage point.

In A Peek Behind the Curtain, PSF’s new Director of Production, Kevin White, offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to bring this ambitious season to life, from repertory logistics to the unseen work that supports every performance.

Hosted by: Jason King Jones, Connie Behringer

Featuring: Suzanne O’Donnell, Kevin White

As You Mic It is produced by Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival.

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]]>PA Shakespeare Festival continues its second season of As You Mic It with a compelling conversation about what love demands when it challenges tradition, authority, and expectation.

In this episode, hosts Jason King Jones and Connie Behringer open with a roundtable exploring love as both obligation and choice across the 2026 season. Drawing connections between Romeo and Juliet, Coriolanus, and Million Dollar Quartet, they examine how love can bind, liberate, or defy the systems that shape our lives, and why those tensions still resonate today.

Later in the episode, Jason sits down with Suzanne O’Donnell, who returns to Romeo and Juliet this summer as the Nurse after originating Juliet in PSF’s inaugural season. Their conversation reflects on artistic growth, shifting perspective, and what it means to revisit a story of love and defiance from a new vantage point.

In A Peek Behind the Curtain, PSF’s new Director of Production, Kevin White, offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to bring this ambitious season to life, from repertory logistics to the unseen work that supports every performance.

Hosted by: Jason King Jones, Connie Behringer

Featuring: Suzanne O’Donnell, Kevin White

As You Mic It is produced by Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival.

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]]>af0055a3-846b-46f6-a7db-d01237bf9b4cTue, 03 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -040001:17:54falsefull2882S2E7 - On the RoadS2E7 - On the RoadAs You Mic It heads north for a special two-act episode recorded at the annual conference of the Shakespeare Theatre Association in St. John's.

Act One opens with a roundtable conversation as hosts Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer reflect on why PSF participates in the STA conference, what conversations are shaping the field, and what ideas they’re bringing back to the Festival. It’s a candid look at how artists and leaders learn from one another and why national exchange matters.

In Act Two, the hosts sit down with Scott Jackson, Mary Irene Ryan Family Executive Artistic Director of Shakespeare at Notre Dame and President of the Shakespeare Theatre Association. Jackson discusses leadership, applied Shakespeare, and his work co-founding the Shakespeare in Prisons Network, exploring how theatre can expand access, restore agency, and create connection far beyond the stage.

Hosted by: Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, Connie Behringer

Featuring: Scott Jackson

As You Mic It is produced by Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival.

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]]>As You Mic It heads north for a special two-act episode recorded at the annual conference of the Shakespeare Theatre Association in St. John's.

Act One opens with a roundtable conversation as hosts Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer reflect on why PSF participates in the STA conference, what conversations are shaping the field, and what ideas they’re bringing back to the Festival. It’s a candid look at how artists and leaders learn from one another and why national exchange matters.

In Act Two, the hosts sit down with Scott Jackson, Mary Irene Ryan Family Executive Artistic Director of Shakespeare at Notre Dame and President of the Shakespeare Theatre Association. Jackson discusses leadership, applied Shakespeare, and his work co-founding the Shakespeare in Prisons Network, exploring how theatre can expand access, restore agency, and create connection far beyond the stage.

Hosted by: Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, Connie Behringer

Featuring: Scott Jackson

As You Mic It is produced by Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival.

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]]>5508e4f8-3ae6-4422-af76-e982e0fd69e8Tue, 20 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -040052:16falsefull2772S2E6 - She is FierceS2E6 - She is FiercePA Shakespeare Festival continues its second season of As You Mic It with a conversation spotlighting the women of the season and the artists shaping PSF’s work on stage and behind the scenes.

Hosts Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer open with a roundtable conversation on the women of the season, considering how these characters drive story and perspective across the Festival’s lineup.

The conversation then turns to Jessica Bedford, who shares her perspective as both director and one of the writers of this summer’s The Complete Works of Jane Austen, Abridged. Drawing on her long-standing relationship with PA Shakespeare Festival, Bedford reflects on Jane Austen’s sharp wit and lasting influence, and on how the friendships among the self-described “Jane-ites” who created the piece helped shape its humor and point of view.

In A Peek Behind the Curtain, the hosts turn their attention to the design process for the season, offering insight into how directors and designers collaborate to create cohesive worlds across productions and support the Festival’s storytelling goals.

Hosted by: Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, Connie Behringer

Featuring: Jessica Bedford


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]]>PA Shakespeare Festival continues its second season of As You Mic It with a conversation spotlighting the women of the season and the artists shaping PSF’s work on stage and behind the scenes.

Hosts Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer open with a roundtable conversation on the women of the season, considering how these characters drive story and perspective across the Festival’s lineup.

The conversation then turns to Jessica Bedford, who shares her perspective as both director and one of the writers of this summer’s The Complete Works of Jane Austen, Abridged. Drawing on her long-standing relationship with PA Shakespeare Festival, Bedford reflects on Jane Austen’s sharp wit and lasting influence, and on how the friendships among the self-described “Jane-ites” who created the piece helped shape its humor and point of view.

In A Peek Behind the Curtain, the hosts turn their attention to the design process for the season, offering insight into how directors and designers collaborate to create cohesive worlds across productions and support the Festival’s storytelling goals.

Hosted by: Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, Connie Behringer

Featuring: Jessica Bedford


Mentioned in this episode:

Collaboration makes great theatre!

Become a supporter, today! https://pashakespeare.org/support/

Subscriptions for the 2026 Summer Theatre Series

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]]>e099498e-2482-47fb-8c8d-8bece185b45dMon, 05 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -040001:10:13falsefull2662S2E4 - Stories and ServiceS2E4 - Stories and ServicePA Shakespeare Festival continues the conversation on As You Mic It through the stories we tell and the service that upholds them.

In this episode, hosts Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer open with a fast-moving roundtable that introduces the 2026 season. They share quick synopses, first impressions, and what they are most eager for audiences to experience this summer.

Later, JKJ speaks with Managing Director Casey Gallagher about his lasting work with PSF. He reflects on the path that brought him to the Festival, the work that shaped nearly three decades of leadership, and the partnership that drives PSF today.

In A Peek Behind the Curtain, we welcome H. Lloyd Carbaugh, President of the PSF Volunteer Guild. Lloyd highlights the award winning Guild’s essential role and the many ways volunteer service strengthens PSF’s community and legacy.

Hosted by: Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer


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]]>PA Shakespeare Festival continues the conversation on As You Mic It through the stories we tell and the service that upholds them.

In this episode, hosts Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer open with a fast-moving roundtable that introduces the 2026 season. They share quick synopses, first impressions, and what they are most eager for audiences to experience this summer.

Later, JKJ speaks with Managing Director Casey Gallagher about his lasting work with PSF. He reflects on the path that brought him to the Festival, the work that shaped nearly three decades of leadership, and the partnership that drives PSF today.

In A Peek Behind the Curtain, we welcome H. Lloyd Carbaugh, President of the PSF Volunteer Guild. Lloyd highlights the award winning Guild’s essential role and the many ways volunteer service strengthens PSF’s community and legacy.

Hosted by: Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer


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]]>bf7c99bb-293d-4003-8dd2-787385a03facMon, 08 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -040001:30:03falsefull2442S2E3 - Muse of Fire: A New LegacyS2E3 - Muse of Fire: A New LegacyPA Shakespeare Festival continues its second season of As You Mic It with a conversation centered on this year’s theme, Legends and Legacy.

In this episode, hosts Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer open with a roundtable on what defines a “legend” and how legacy takes shape within an artistic community.

Later in the episode, we turn to the next generation of theatre-makers through PSF’s new Muse of Fire Project. They share what draws them to Shakespeare, why live performance matters to them, and how the program is shaping their early steps as artists.

In A Peek Behind the Curtain, Kim offers insight into casting the inaugural Muse of Fire ensemble and how the project supports PSF’s commitment to mentorship, access, and legacy-building across the Festival.

Hosted by: Jason King Jones, Connie Behringer, and Kim Carson

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]]>PA Shakespeare Festival continues its second season of As You Mic It with a conversation centered on this year’s theme, Legends and Legacy.

In this episode, hosts Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer open with a roundtable on what defines a “legend” and how legacy takes shape within an artistic community.

Later in the episode, we turn to the next generation of theatre-makers through PSF’s new Muse of Fire Project. They share what draws them to Shakespeare, why live performance matters to them, and how the program is shaping their early steps as artists.

In A Peek Behind the Curtain, Kim offers insight into casting the inaugural Muse of Fire ensemble and how the project supports PSF’s commitment to mentorship, access, and legacy-building across the Festival.

Hosted by: Jason King Jones, Connie Behringer, and Kim Carson

Mentioned in this episode:

Be a Maker of Theatre

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]]>687d58c9-da53-45a0-96a3-29b8be80089bMon, 24 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -040057:00falsefull2332S2E2 - Shakespeare and the American ExperienceS2E2 - Shakespeare and the American ExperiencePA Shakespeare Festival continues its second season of As You Mic It with a conversation that explores Shakespeare as "America's Playwright."

In this episode, hosts Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer reflect on the role of theatre in the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary and how Shakespeare’s work continues to shape our understanding of democracy, identity, and community.

Later in the episode, JKJ sits with author and scholar James Shapiro, whose books Shakespeare in a Divided America and The Playbook examine how the Bard’s voice has echoed through centuries of American history. Together, they consider why Shakespeare still matters to audiences today and what his legacy means in defining the American experience.

In A Peek Behind the Curtain, the team shares a behind-the-scenes look at PSF’s casting process that brings the Festival’s Legends and Legacy theme to life.

Hosted by: Jason King Jones, Connie Behringer, and Kim Carson

Featuring: James Shapiro

(Producer's Note: This episode was recorded prior to the passing of former Vice President Dick Cheney. In conversation with James Shapiro, Mr. Cheney is referenced in connection to his readership and engagement with Shakespearean scholarship. We’ve chosen to maintain the reference in this episode and extend our respect to Mr. Cheney’s family.)


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Collaboration makes great theatre!

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Be a Maker of Theatre

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]]>PA Shakespeare Festival continues its second season of As You Mic It with a conversation that explores Shakespeare as "America's Playwright."

In this episode, hosts Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer reflect on the role of theatre in the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary and how Shakespeare’s work continues to shape our understanding of democracy, identity, and community.

Later in the episode, JKJ sits with author and scholar James Shapiro, whose books Shakespeare in a Divided America and The Playbook examine how the Bard’s voice has echoed through centuries of American history. Together, they consider why Shakespeare still matters to audiences today and what his legacy means in defining the American experience.

In A Peek Behind the Curtain, the team shares a behind-the-scenes look at PSF’s casting process that brings the Festival’s Legends and Legacy theme to life.

Hosted by: Jason King Jones, Connie Behringer, and Kim Carson

Featuring: James Shapiro

(Producer's Note: This episode was recorded prior to the passing of former Vice President Dick Cheney. In conversation with James Shapiro, Mr. Cheney is referenced in connection to his readership and engagement with Shakespearean scholarship. We’ve chosen to maintain the reference in this episode and extend our respect to Mr. Cheney’s family.)


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]]>55c6987f-9937-4cae-a664-fe075a67a821Mon, 10 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -040001:11:49falsefull2222S2E1 - The Enduring Legacy of WillPowerS2E1 - The Enduring Legacy of WillPowerPennsylvania Shakespeare Festival launches its 35th season and the second season of As You Mic It!

Join Artistic Director Jason King Jones WillPower actors David Andrew Laws, Darin "Frankie" Earl II, and Arrianna Daniels for a conversation about performing Shakespeare for thousands of students each fall. Reflecting on the 25th anniversary of PSF’s WillPower Tour, they share stories from the road, and explore what it means to bring professional theatre to audiences experiencing Shakespeare for the very first time.

Hosted by Jason King Jones, Connie Behringer, and Kim Carson, this episode celebrates the artistry, education, and enduring legacy that define PSF’s 35th season, Legends and Legacy.

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Collaboration makes great theatre!

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Collaboration makes great theatre!

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]]>Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival launches its 35th season and the second season of As You Mic It!

Join Artistic Director Jason King Jones WillPower actors David Andrew Laws, Darin "Frankie" Earl II, and Arrianna Daniels for a conversation about performing Shakespeare for thousands of students each fall. Reflecting on the 25th anniversary of PSF’s WillPower Tour, they share stories from the road, and explore what it means to bring professional theatre to audiences experiencing Shakespeare for the very first time.

Hosted by Jason King Jones, Connie Behringer, and Kim Carson, this episode celebrates the artistry, education, and enduring legacy that define PSF’s 35th season, Legends and Legacy.

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Follow As You Mic It and the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival on social media for more behind-the-scenes insights and exciting festival updates.


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Become an Underwriter Today!

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Collaboration makes great theatre!

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Collaboration makes great theatre!

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Join the Bard and Beyond Book Club!

For more details, visit pashakepeare.org/bookclub

]]>23ae11b3-bd66-4070-91ab-48fa663cb4daMon, 27 Oct 2025 10:45:00 -040001:30:22falsefull2112Episode 16 - In the Spotlight with our 2025 SeasonEpisode 16 - In the Spotlight with our 2025 SeasonAs the curtain falls on another unforgettable summer, the hosts Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer gather around the mic for a warm, reflective, and joy-filled season wrap-up. From moving performances and behind the stage memories, this episode revisits favorite moments on stage and off, and celebrates the artists and audiences who made it all possible.

Whether you joined us in the theater, in the park, or from afar, this conversation is a love letter to the power of live storytelling and the creative community that makes it thrive. If you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to be part of a summer theatre festival, this episode is a backstage pass to the heart of it all.

Special Thanks:

Much gratitude to Chuck Gloman, Jarret Brown, and all of DeSales University for helping us launch this podcast journey.

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Prepare Yourself for Some Drama!

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Be a Maker of Theatre

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Collaboration makes great theatre!

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]]>As the curtain falls on another unforgettable summer, the hosts Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer gather around the mic for a warm, reflective, and joy-filled season wrap-up. From moving performances and behind the stage memories, this episode revisits favorite moments on stage and off, and celebrates the artists and audiences who made it all possible.

Whether you joined us in the theater, in the park, or from afar, this conversation is a love letter to the power of live storytelling and the creative community that makes it thrive. If you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to be part of a summer theatre festival, this episode is a backstage pass to the heart of it all.

Special Thanks:

Much gratitude to Chuck Gloman, Jarret Brown, and all of DeSales University for helping us launch this podcast journey.

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Follow As You Mic It and the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival on social media for more behind-the-scenes insights and exciting festival updates.

Mentioned in this episode:

Prepare Yourself for Some Drama!

Get tickets now at pashakespeare.org or by calling our box office at 610.282.9455!

Be a Maker of Theatre

Support PSF: https://pashakespeare.org/support/

Collaboration makes great theatre!

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Prepare Yourself for Some Drama!

Get tickets now at pashakespeare.org or by calling our box office at 610.282.9455!

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]]>ba66e73f-5271-459a-bf45-2e10841ccfd9Sat, 02 Aug 2025 08:15:00 -040054:16falsefull122221Episode 15 - In the Spotlight with Timon of Athens and S4KEpisode 15 - In the Spotlight with Timon of Athens and S4KAs You Mic It: In the Spotlight goes behind the scenes of two uniquely PSF productions in the 2025 Summer Theatre Series. Artistic Director Jason King Jones talks with Greg Wood, Susie Stevens, and Tony Lawton about Timon of Athens, presented through the Festival’s signature Extreme Shakespeare approach. Director Matt Pfeiffer shares his process in finding the fun for this year’s Shakespeare for Kids, featuring Hamlet. From stripped-down intensity to high-energy storytelling for young audiences, this episode showcases the creativity and range that define a PSF summer.

Special Thanks:

Much gratitude to Chuck Gloman, Jarret Brown, and all of DeSales University for helping us launch this podcast journey.

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Follow As You Mic It and the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival on social media for more behind-the-scenes insights and exciting festival updates.


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Collaboration makes great theatre!

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Prepare Yourself for Some Drama!

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]]>As You Mic It: In the Spotlight goes behind the scenes of two uniquely PSF productions in the 2025 Summer Theatre Series. Artistic Director Jason King Jones talks with Greg Wood, Susie Stevens, and Tony Lawton about Timon of Athens, presented through the Festival’s signature Extreme Shakespeare approach. Director Matt Pfeiffer shares his process in finding the fun for this year’s Shakespeare for Kids, featuring Hamlet. From stripped-down intensity to high-energy storytelling for young audiences, this episode showcases the creativity and range that define a PSF summer.

Special Thanks:

Much gratitude to Chuck Gloman, Jarret Brown, and all of DeSales University for helping us launch this podcast journey.

Stay Connected:

Follow As You Mic It and the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival on social media for more behind-the-scenes insights and exciting festival updates.


Mentioned in this episode:

Collaboration makes great theatre!

Become a supporter, today! https://pashakespeare.org/support/

Collaboration makes great theatre!

Become a supporter, today! https://pashakespeare.org/support/

Prepare Yourself for Some Drama!

Get tickets now at pashakespeare.org or by calling our box office at 610.282.9455!

Become an Underwriter Today!

Contact podcast@pashakespeare.org for more information.

]]>4b8e6815-ed83-4623-bff3-ad974f95aff3Sat, 26 Jul 2025 11:45:00 -040001:15:52falsefull121211Episode 14 - In the Spotlight with Rosencrantz And Guildenstern Are DeadEpisode 14 - In the Spotlight with Rosencrantz And Guildenstern Are DeadAs You Mic It: In the Spotlight shines the light on this season’s repertory production of Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead. Artistic Director Jason King Jones sits down with actor Ian Merrill Peakes (The Player) and scenic designer Brian Sydney Bembridge for an inside look at Tom Stoppard’s witty and mind-bending companion piece to Hamlet. Together, they explore the play’s existential humor, theatrical absurdity, and the layered experience of performing and designing within a shared repertory world. From the shifting boundaries of fate and performance to the magic of a transformative set, this conversation reveals what makes Rosencrantz and Guildenstern a perfect match for PSF’s Undiscovered Countries season.

Special Thanks:

Much gratitude to Chuck Gloman, Jarret Brown, and all of DeSales University for helping us launch this podcast journey.

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]]>As You Mic It: In the Spotlight shines the light on this season’s repertory production of Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead. Artistic Director Jason King Jones sits down with actor Ian Merrill Peakes (The Player) and scenic designer Brian Sydney Bembridge for an inside look at Tom Stoppard’s witty and mind-bending companion piece to Hamlet. Together, they explore the play’s existential humor, theatrical absurdity, and the layered experience of performing and designing within a shared repertory world. From the shifting boundaries of fate and performance to the magic of a transformative set, this conversation reveals what makes Rosencrantz and Guildenstern a perfect match for PSF’s Undiscovered Countries season.

Special Thanks:

Much gratitude to Chuck Gloman, Jarret Brown, and all of DeSales University for helping us launch this podcast journey.

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]]>99cdd3ac-b094-44ac-b75e-4a200e16e707Sat, 19 Jul 2025 14:15:00 -040049:00falsefull120201Episode 13 - In the Spotlight with the RepEpisode 13 - In the Spotlight with the RepAs You Mic It: In the Spotlight shines the light on this season’s repertory productions of Hamlet and Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead. Artistic Director Jason King Jones sits down with Biko Eisen-Martin (Hamlet), and David Pica and Pepin (Laertes and Ophelia) to discuss Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy as a profound exploration of grief, revenge, and the boundaries between madness and clarity. Join us for a compelling conversation about their creative paths, insights into these beloved characters, and why Hamlet continues to captivate audiences today.

Special Thanks:

Much gratitude to Chuck Gloman, Jarret Brown, and all of DeSales University for helping us launch this podcast journey.

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Follow As You Mic It and the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival on social media for more behind-the-scenes insights and exciting festival updates.


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Prepare Yourself for Some Drama!

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Collaboration makes great theatre!

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]]>As You Mic It: In the Spotlight shines the light on this season’s repertory productions of Hamlet and Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead. Artistic Director Jason King Jones sits down with Biko Eisen-Martin (Hamlet), and David Pica and Pepin (Laertes and Ophelia) to discuss Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy as a profound exploration of grief, revenge, and the boundaries between madness and clarity. Join us for a compelling conversation about their creative paths, insights into these beloved characters, and why Hamlet continues to captivate audiences today.

Special Thanks:

Much gratitude to Chuck Gloman, Jarret Brown, and all of DeSales University for helping us launch this podcast journey.

Stay Connected:

Follow As You Mic It and the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival on social media for more behind-the-scenes insights and exciting festival updates.


Mentioned in this episode:

Prepare Yourself for Some Drama!

Get tickets now at pashakespeare.org or by calling our box office at 610.282.9455!

Collaboration makes great theatre!

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]]>02133035-be9d-46e2-884a-2daf61d8bfa6Fri, 11 Jul 2025 01:45:00 -040001:02:07falsefull119191Episode 12 - Live from Community Day!Episode 12 - Live from Community Day!We’re taking the show right into the heart of our community! Recorded in front of a live audience during Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s annual Community Day, this special episode of As You Mic It: In the Spotlight celebrates the people, programs, and performers that make our summer season so extraordinary.

In Act 1, we shine a light on the PSF Summer Education Initiative, featuring two of this year’s inspiring educator participants. Act 2 brings together 2025 performers and Friends of the Festival, Grace Gonglewski, Maboud Ebrahimzadeh, Sean Close, and Isaiah Stanley, for a spirited conversation about art, ensemble, and returning to PSF summer after summer. In Act 3, we close with A Peek Behind the Curtain, testing audience knowledge and sharing behind-the-scenes trivia from the season.

It’s a celebration of connection, creativity, and community and we’re so glad you’re here for it.

Special Thanks:

Much gratitude for Chuck Gloman, Jarret Brown, and all of DeSales University for helping us launch this podcast journey.


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Collaboration makes great theatre!

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]]>We’re taking the show right into the heart of our community! Recorded in front of a live audience during Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s annual Community Day, this special episode of As You Mic It: In the Spotlight celebrates the people, programs, and performers that make our summer season so extraordinary.

In Act 1, we shine a light on the PSF Summer Education Initiative, featuring two of this year’s inspiring educator participants. Act 2 brings together 2025 performers and Friends of the Festival, Grace Gonglewski, Maboud Ebrahimzadeh, Sean Close, and Isaiah Stanley, for a spirited conversation about art, ensemble, and returning to PSF summer after summer. In Act 3, we close with A Peek Behind the Curtain, testing audience knowledge and sharing behind-the-scenes trivia from the season.

It’s a celebration of connection, creativity, and community and we’re so glad you’re here for it.

Special Thanks:

Much gratitude for Chuck Gloman, Jarret Brown, and all of DeSales University for helping us launch this podcast journey.


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Collaboration makes great theatre!

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]]>e50618e5-59e6-4fae-b480-2e304c1cd273Fri, 04 Jul 2025 11:45:00 -040046:15falsefull118181Episode 11 - In the Spotlight with A Raisin In The SunEpisode 11 - In the Spotlight with A Raisin In The SunAs You Mic It: In the Spotlight shines the light on this season's production of Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun. It's a powerful American masterwork of dreams, dignity, and generational resilience. Jason King Jones sits down with Brandon Burton and Noelle Dianne Johnson, who portray Walter Lee and Ruth Younger, for a conversation about family, legacy, and what this iconic play still has to say to audiences today.

Special Thanks:

Much gratitude for Chuck Gloman, Jarret Brown, and all of DeSales University for helping us launch this podcast journey.

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]]>As You Mic It: In the Spotlight shines the light on this season's production of Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun. It's a powerful American masterwork of dreams, dignity, and generational resilience. Jason King Jones sits down with Brandon Burton and Noelle Dianne Johnson, who portray Walter Lee and Ruth Younger, for a conversation about family, legacy, and what this iconic play still has to say to audiences today.

Special Thanks:

Much gratitude for Chuck Gloman, Jarret Brown, and all of DeSales University for helping us launch this podcast journey.

Stay Connected:

Follow As You Mic It and the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival on social media for more behind-the-scenes insights and exciting festival updates.


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]]>de174812-0d0a-4773-9325-cd7f4da59308Fri, 27 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -040050:21falsefull117171Episode 10 - In the Spotlight with The Producers!Episode 10 - In the Spotlight with The Producers!Big laughs and even bigger personalities take center stage in this episode of As You Mic It: In the Spotlight! Artistic Director Jason King Jones sits down with director Jennifer Childs to talk about staging Mel Brooks’ outrageous musical comedy The Producers at PSF. Then, Associate Producer Connie Behringer catches up with Scott Greer and Michael Doherty—our fearless Max and Leo—for a behind-the-scenes look at the chemistry, chaos, and comedic timing it takes to pull off this Broadway classic.

Special Thanks:

Much gratitude for Chuck Gloman, Jarret Brown, and all of DeSales University for helping us launch this podcast journey.

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Prepare Yourself for Some Drama!

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]]>Big laughs and even bigger personalities take center stage in this episode of As You Mic It: In the Spotlight! Artistic Director Jason King Jones sits down with director Jennifer Childs to talk about staging Mel Brooks’ outrageous musical comedy The Producers at PSF. Then, Associate Producer Connie Behringer catches up with Scott Greer and Michael Doherty—our fearless Max and Leo—for a behind-the-scenes look at the chemistry, chaos, and comedic timing it takes to pull off this Broadway classic.

Special Thanks:

Much gratitude for Chuck Gloman, Jarret Brown, and all of DeSales University for helping us launch this podcast journey.

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Collaboration makes great theatre!

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Prepare Yourself for Some Drama!

Get tickets now at pashakespeare.org or by calling our box office at 610.282.9455!

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]]>2e1b345e-a107-4f5d-bfa8-8b0b02656325Fri, 20 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -040059:22falsefull116161Prologue - Timon of AthensPrologue - Timon of AthensGet primed for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s 2025 Undiscovered Countries Season with our Prologue mini-episodes. In this installment, Director of Education and Community Engagement, Kim Carson unpacks Timon of Athens, Shakespeare’s biting exploration of friendship, generosity, and betrayal. As part of our Extreme Shakespeare series, this production leans into original practices: no director, no designers, just a fearless ensemble of actors diving headfirst into the text. It’s raw, fast, and deeply human. It's an unpredictable journey into the heart of generosity and the cost of betrayal.

Special Thanks:

Much gratitude to Chuck Gloman, Jarret Brown, and all of DeSales University for helping us launch this podcast journey.

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  • Tickets for Timon of Athens
  • Calendar: Prologues, Talkbacks, and more
  • Support PSF by donating today - Here are just a few examples of the many ways you can support the Festival: Donate through your retirement account and designate your Required Minimum Distribution as a tax-free gift to PSF. Set-up a planned gift to PSF through your will or estate plan. Many companies match charitable donations made by their employees and, in some cases, also retirees. Contact your employer to determine if your contribution is eligible for a match!

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Collaboration makes great theatre!

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]]>Get primed for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s 2025 Undiscovered Countries Season with our Prologue mini-episodes. In this installment, Director of Education and Community Engagement, Kim Carson unpacks Timon of Athens, Shakespeare’s biting exploration of friendship, generosity, and betrayal. As part of our Extreme Shakespeare series, this production leans into original practices: no director, no designers, just a fearless ensemble of actors diving headfirst into the text. It’s raw, fast, and deeply human. It's an unpredictable journey into the heart of generosity and the cost of betrayal.

Special Thanks:

Much gratitude to Chuck Gloman, Jarret Brown, and all of DeSales University for helping us launch this podcast journey.

Stay Connected:

Follow As You Mic It and the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival on social media for more behind-the-scenes insights and exciting festival updates.

  • Tickets for Timon of Athens
  • Calendar: Prologues, Talkbacks, and more
  • Support PSF by donating today - Here are just a few examples of the many ways you can support the Festival: Donate through your retirement account and designate your Required Minimum Distribution as a tax-free gift to PSF. Set-up a planned gift to PSF through your will or estate plan. Many companies match charitable donations made by their employees and, in some cases, also retirees. Contact your employer to determine if your contribution is eligible for a match!

Mentioned in this episode:

Collaboration makes great theatre!

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]]>f210dff5-ff56-4a74-9d69-e913a4079fadFri, 13 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -040013:23falsefull115151Episode 9 - In the Spotlight with Much Ado About NothingEpisode 9 - In the Spotlight with Much Ado About NothingThe Bard hits the road in this episode of As You Mic It: In the Spotlight! Connie Behringer talks with Jason King Jones about PSF’s Play On! Community Tour of Much Ado About Nothing, the lively, family-friendly Shakespeare comedy. Then, Jason chats with India Proffit and Ryan Plunkett, our Beatrice and Benedick, about bringing wit, romance, and Shakespearean banter to parks and public spaces across the Lehigh Valley.

Send your questions for our up coming AMA to  podcast@pashakespeare.org.

Special Thanks:

Much gratitude for Chuck Gloman, Jarret Brown, and all of DeSales University for helping us launch this podcast journey.

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Prepare Yourself for Some Drama!

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Collaboration makes great theatre!

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]]>The Bard hits the road in this episode of As You Mic It: In the Spotlight! Connie Behringer talks with Jason King Jones about PSF’s Play On! Community Tour of Much Ado About Nothing, the lively, family-friendly Shakespeare comedy. Then, Jason chats with India Proffit and Ryan Plunkett, our Beatrice and Benedick, about bringing wit, romance, and Shakespearean banter to parks and public spaces across the Lehigh Valley.

Send your questions for our up coming AMA to  podcast@pashakespeare.org.

Special Thanks:

Much gratitude for Chuck Gloman, Jarret Brown, and all of DeSales University for helping us launch this podcast journey.

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Follow As You Mic It and the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival on social media for more behind-the-scenes insights and exciting festival updates.


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Prepare Yourself for Some Drama!

Get tickets now at pashakespeare.org or by calling our box office at 610.282.9455!

Collaboration makes great theatre!

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]]>54518fe4-ebff-4701-8c5e-a04c60d010edMon, 09 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -040036:27falsefull114141Prologue - Rosencrantz And Guildenstern Are DeadPrologue - Rosencrantz And Guildenstern Are DeadGet primed for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s 2025 Undiscovered Countries Season with our Prologue mini-episodes. In this installment, Director of Education and Community Engagement, Kim Carson, guides us through the absurdist adventures, existential quandaries, and comedic pitfalls awaiting Shakespeare’s most famously sidelined duo in Tom Stoppard’s Rosencrantz And Guildenstern Are Dead, a playful dive into identity, fate, and the uncertainties hidden between the lines of Hamlet.

Special Thanks:

Much gratitude to Chuck Gloman, Jarret Brown, and all of DeSales University for helping us launch this podcast journey.

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]]>Get primed for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s 2025 Undiscovered Countries Season with our Prologue mini-episodes. In this installment, Director of Education and Community Engagement, Kim Carson, guides us through the absurdist adventures, existential quandaries, and comedic pitfalls awaiting Shakespeare’s most famously sidelined duo in Tom Stoppard’s Rosencrantz And Guildenstern Are Dead, a playful dive into identity, fate, and the uncertainties hidden between the lines of Hamlet.

Special Thanks:

Much gratitude to Chuck Gloman, Jarret Brown, and all of DeSales University for helping us launch this podcast journey.

Stay Connected:

Follow As You Mic It and the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival on social media for more behind-the-scenes insights and exciting festival updates.


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]]>adb6a574-488c-495a-b383-188ac68b3a0eFri, 06 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -040013:09falsefull113131Episode 8: In the Spotlight with Alex BechtelEpisode 8: In the Spotlight with Alex BechtelReady to dive into something epic? In this special bonus episode of As You Mic It: In the Spotlight, we’re pulling back the curtain with the brilliant mind behind Penelope—composer and creator Alex Bechtel. Get the inside scoop on how a Greek myth became a bold new musical packed with heart, humor, and haunting melodies.  Penelope opens May 30 at the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival.  It's a short run, so don’t miss your chance  to experience this unforgettable journey.

Special Thanks:

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  • Mentioned: Mary Oliver (I go down to the shore)
  • Mentioned: Penelopiad
  • Mentioned: Madeline Miller - Circe
  • Penelope - Album by Alex Bechtel | Spotify - Take a listen to the haunting music of Penelope.
  • Penelope - Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival - One Woman. One Mic. One Epic Night with PENELOPE. A Co-production with Theatre Horizon Music and Lyrics by Alex Bechtel Book by Alex Bechtel, Grace McLean, and Eva Steinmetz Directed by Eva Steinmetz May 28 to June 8 | Schubert Theatre No more waiting in the wings—Penelope takes center stage, and she’s got some things to say. With bourbon in hand, she grabs the mic to deliver her side of the story, recounting her twenty-year wait on the small island of Ithaca while her husband, Odysseus, was off playing hero. This witty musical flips the script on the dutiful wife history wants you to believe in—Penelope’s done being a footnote in her husband’s epic; this time, she’s writing her own odyssey. With soulful songs, razor-sharp storytelling, and an onstage band doubling as her modern-day Greek chorus, Penelope transforms the tale you thought you knew into a solo cabaret act like no other. It’s raw, fiery, and fiercely original as she steps out of the shadows to set the record straight, and she’s not holding back. This isn’t just a retelling; it’s a revolution. Running Time: Approximately 70 minutes, with no intermission. Content Advisory: Contains mild adult language and themes. Recommended Age: 13+
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]]>Ready to dive into something epic? In this special bonus episode of As You Mic It: In the Spotlight, we’re pulling back the curtain with the brilliant mind behind Penelope—composer and creator Alex Bechtel. Get the inside scoop on how a Greek myth became a bold new musical packed with heart, humor, and haunting melodies.  Penelope opens May 30 at the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival.  It's a short run, so don’t miss your chance  to experience this unforgettable journey.

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  • Mentioned: Mary Oliver (I go down to the shore)
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  • Penelope - Album by Alex Bechtel | Spotify - Take a listen to the haunting music of Penelope.
  • Penelope - Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival - One Woman. One Mic. One Epic Night with PENELOPE. A Co-production with Theatre Horizon Music and Lyrics by Alex Bechtel Book by Alex Bechtel, Grace McLean, and Eva Steinmetz Directed by Eva Steinmetz May 28 to June 8 | Schubert Theatre No more waiting in the wings—Penelope takes center stage, and she’s got some things to say. With bourbon in hand, she grabs the mic to deliver her side of the story, recounting her twenty-year wait on the small island of Ithaca while her husband, Odysseus, was off playing hero. This witty musical flips the script on the dutiful wife history wants you to believe in—Penelope’s done being a footnote in her husband’s epic; this time, she’s writing her own odyssey. With soulful songs, razor-sharp storytelling, and an onstage band doubling as her modern-day Greek chorus, Penelope transforms the tale you thought you knew into a solo cabaret act like no other. It’s raw, fiery, and fiercely original as she steps out of the shadows to set the record straight, and she’s not holding back. This isn’t just a retelling; it’s a revolution. Running Time: Approximately 70 minutes, with no intermission. Content Advisory: Contains mild adult language and themes. Recommended Age: 13+
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]]>f84e82ca-ace3-454b-abdc-5a1358fc99f7Sat, 31 May 2025 08:00:00 -040037:20falsefull112121Prologue - HamletPrologue - HamletGet primed for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s 2025 “Undiscovered Countries” season with our Prologue mini-episodes. In this installment, Director of Education and Community Engagement, Kim Carson, guides us through the ghostly encounters, existential questions, and the delicate line between madness and truth in Hamlet, Shakespeare’s timeless exploration of fate, identity, and the shadowy paths of revenge.

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]]>Get primed for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s 2025 “Undiscovered Countries” season with our Prologue mini-episodes. In this installment, Director of Education and Community Engagement, Kim Carson, guides us through the ghostly encounters, existential questions, and the delicate line between madness and truth in Hamlet, Shakespeare’s timeless exploration of fate, identity, and the shadowy paths of revenge.

Special Thanks:

Much gratitude to Chuck Gloman, Jarret Brown, and all of DeSales University for helping us launch this podcast journey.

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]]>a0ee04ae-8a0c-40c7-9dbc-3efe48bc5af4Fri, 30 May 2025 09:00:00 -040023:13falsefull111111Prologue - A Raisin In The SunPrologue - A Raisin In The SunGet primed for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s 2025 “Undiscovered Countries” season with our Prologue mini-episodes. In this installment, Director of Education and Community Engagement, Kim Carson, walks us through the dreams deferred, generational tensions, and hard-won hopes at the heart of A Raisin in the Sun, a powerful journey into the uncharted territories of identity, legacy, and home.

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]]>Get primed for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s 2025 “Undiscovered Countries” season with our Prologue mini-episodes. In this installment, Director of Education and Community Engagement, Kim Carson, walks us through the dreams deferred, generational tensions, and hard-won hopes at the heart of A Raisin in the Sun, a powerful journey into the uncharted territories of identity, legacy, and home.

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Much gratitude for Chuck Gloman, Jarret Brown, and all of DeSales University for helping us launch this podcast journey.

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]]>57e40f3a-409d-40eb-874b-6c4506f2b363Fri, 23 May 2025 09:00:00 -040010:01falsefull110101Prologue - The ProducersPrologue - The ProducersGet primed for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s 2025 “Undiscovered Countries” season with our Prologue mini-episodes.  In this episode, Director of Education and Community Engagement, Kim Carson, guides us through the tap‑dancing accountants, oversized ambitions, and outrageous laughs that make The Producers a dazzling leap into our “Undiscovered Countries.”

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]]>Get primed for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s 2025 “Undiscovered Countries” season with our Prologue mini-episodes.  In this episode, Director of Education and Community Engagement, Kim Carson, guides us through the tap‑dancing accountants, oversized ambitions, and outrageous laughs that make The Producers a dazzling leap into our “Undiscovered Countries.”

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]]>e12c8fc9-5e45-4079-9a28-6935c7be2e63Fri, 16 May 2025 09:00:00 -040011:25falsefull1991Prologue - PenelopePrologue - PenelopeGet primed for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s 2025 “Undiscovered Countries” season with our Prologue mini-episodes.  In this debut, Director of Education and Community Engagement, Kim Carson unpacks Penelope, Alex Bechtel’s genre‑bending musical that finally gives Homer’s steadfast queen her own epic, where waiting becomes heroism and myth meets modern storytelling. 

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  • Penelope - Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival - One Woman. One Mic. One Epic Night with PENELOPE. A Co-production with Theatre Horizon Music and Lyrics by Alex Bechtel Book by Alex Bechtel, Grace McLean, and Eva Steinmetz Directed by Eva Steinmetz This isn’t just a retelling; it’s a revolution. Running Time: Approximately 70 minutes, with no intermission. Content Advisory: Contains mild adult language and themes. Recommended Age: 13+
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]]>Get primed for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s 2025 “Undiscovered Countries” season with our Prologue mini-episodes.  In this debut, Director of Education and Community Engagement, Kim Carson unpacks Penelope, Alex Bechtel’s genre‑bending musical that finally gives Homer’s steadfast queen her own epic, where waiting becomes heroism and myth meets modern storytelling. 

Tickets are now available! Visit pashakespeare.org to secure your seat. While there, subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed about exclusive updates and offers.

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Much gratitude for Chuck Gloman, Jarret Brown, and all of DeSales University for helping us launch this podcast journey.

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  • Penelope - Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival - One Woman. One Mic. One Epic Night with PENELOPE. A Co-production with Theatre Horizon Music and Lyrics by Alex Bechtel Book by Alex Bechtel, Grace McLean, and Eva Steinmetz Directed by Eva Steinmetz This isn’t just a retelling; it’s a revolution. Running Time: Approximately 70 minutes, with no intermission. Content Advisory: Contains mild adult language and themes. Recommended Age: 13+
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  • Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival - Discover the exciting 2025 Summer Theatre Series!

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]]>4f727a4e-c1ed-4f4f-bb6b-47bccccda886Fri, 09 May 2025 09:00:00 -040012:12falsefull1881Episode 7: Parallel PathsEpisode 7: Parallel PathsTwo plays, one castle, countless perspectives. In our final pre‑season episode, director Lindsay Smiling reveals his fresh take on Hamlet, while host‑turned‑guest Jason King Jones flips the script with Tom Stoppard’s Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead.

Kim Carson pulls back the curtain on outreach programs that carry these stories from the stage to parks, libraries, and classrooms across the Lehigh Valley.

Hit Follow so you don’t miss our Prologue mini‑episodes, bonus drops, live Community Day recording, and upcoming AMA—send your questions to podcast@pashakespeare.org.

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PSF Charts Its Way Toward Undiscovered Countries

The Producers: Previews begin June 11!

]]>Two plays, one castle, countless perspectives. In our final pre‑season episode, director Lindsay Smiling reveals his fresh take on Hamlet, while host‑turned‑guest Jason King Jones flips the script with Tom Stoppard’s Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead.

Kim Carson pulls back the curtain on outreach programs that carry these stories from the stage to parks, libraries, and classrooms across the Lehigh Valley.

Hit Follow so you don’t miss our Prologue mini‑episodes, bonus drops, live Community Day recording, and upcoming AMA—send your questions to podcast@pashakespeare.org.

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PSF Charts Its Way Toward Undiscovered Countries

The Producers: Previews begin June 11!

]]>501b7d69-c585-48d7-b24c-8647fd477d06Fri, 02 May 2025 09:00:00 -040001:11:38falsefull1771Episode 6: The Course of True LoveEpisode 6: The Course of True LoveWelcome to As You Mic It!

How winding is the path of love, and what happens when the heart leads us into Undiscovered Countries? In this episode: The Course of True Love, director of Penelope, Eva Steinmetz, joins Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer as they explore love’s complexities, comedic missteps, heartfelt sacrifices, and powerful transformations shaping the journeys of our 2025 protagonists.

Tickets are available now! Visit pashakespeare.org to secure your seat and subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive updates and offers.

Special Thanks:

Much gratitude for Chuck Gloman, Jarret Brown, and all of DeSales University for helping us launch this podcast journey.

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  • Penelope - Album by Alex Bechtel | Spotify - Take a listen to the haunting music of Penelope.
  • Penelope - Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival - One Woman. One Mic. One Epic Night with PENELOPE. A Co-production with Theatre Horizon Music and Lyrics by Alex Bechtel Book by Alex Bechtel, Grace McLean, and Eva Steinmetz Directed by Eva Steinmetz May 28 to June 8 | Schubert Theatre No more waiting in the wings—Penelope takes center stage, and she’s got some things to say. With bourbon in hand, she grabs the mic to deliver her side of the story, recounting her twenty-year wait on the small island of Ithaca while her husband, Odysseus, was off playing hero. This witty musical flips the script on the dutiful wife history wants you to believe in—Penelope’s done being a footnote in her husband’s epic; this time, she’s writing her own odyssey. With soulful songs, razor-sharp storytelling, and an onstage band doubling as her modern-day Greek chorus, Penelope transforms the tale you thought you knew into a solo cabaret act like no other. It’s raw, fiery, and fiercely original as she steps out of the shadows to set the record straight, and she’s not holding back. This isn’t just a retelling; it’s a revolution. Running Time: Approximately 70 minutes, with no intermission. Content Advisory: Contains mild adult language and themes. Recommended Age: 13+
  • Support PSF by donating today - Here are just a few examples of the many ways you can support the Festival: Donate through your retirement account and designate your Required Minimum Distribution as a tax-free gift to PSF. Set-up a planned gift to PSF through your will or estate plan. Many companies match charitable donations made by their employees and, in some cases, also retirees. Contact your employer to determine if your contribution is eligible for a match!
  • Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival - Discover the exciting 2025 Summer Theatre Series!

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Collaboration makes great theatre!

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]]>Welcome to As You Mic It!

How winding is the path of love, and what happens when the heart leads us into Undiscovered Countries? In this episode: The Course of True Love, director of Penelope, Eva Steinmetz, joins Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer as they explore love’s complexities, comedic missteps, heartfelt sacrifices, and powerful transformations shaping the journeys of our 2025 protagonists.

Tickets are available now! Visit pashakespeare.org to secure your seat and subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive updates and offers.

Special Thanks:

Much gratitude for Chuck Gloman, Jarret Brown, and all of DeSales University for helping us launch this podcast journey.

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  • Penelope - Album by Alex Bechtel | Spotify - Take a listen to the haunting music of Penelope.
  • Penelope - Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival - One Woman. One Mic. One Epic Night with PENELOPE. A Co-production with Theatre Horizon Music and Lyrics by Alex Bechtel Book by Alex Bechtel, Grace McLean, and Eva Steinmetz Directed by Eva Steinmetz May 28 to June 8 | Schubert Theatre No more waiting in the wings—Penelope takes center stage, and she’s got some things to say. With bourbon in hand, she grabs the mic to deliver her side of the story, recounting her twenty-year wait on the small island of Ithaca while her husband, Odysseus, was off playing hero. This witty musical flips the script on the dutiful wife history wants you to believe in—Penelope’s done being a footnote in her husband’s epic; this time, she’s writing her own odyssey. With soulful songs, razor-sharp storytelling, and an onstage band doubling as her modern-day Greek chorus, Penelope transforms the tale you thought you knew into a solo cabaret act like no other. It’s raw, fiery, and fiercely original as she steps out of the shadows to set the record straight, and she’s not holding back. This isn’t just a retelling; it’s a revolution. Running Time: Approximately 70 minutes, with no intermission. Content Advisory: Contains mild adult language and themes. Recommended Age: 13+
  • Support PSF by donating today - Here are just a few examples of the many ways you can support the Festival: Donate through your retirement account and designate your Required Minimum Distribution as a tax-free gift to PSF. Set-up a planned gift to PSF through your will or estate plan. Many companies match charitable donations made by their employees and, in some cases, also retirees. Contact your employer to determine if your contribution is eligible for a match!
  • Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival - Discover the exciting 2025 Summer Theatre Series!

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]]>cdd5b1d6-f418-45ff-9c7a-f7edadc25f0dFri, 25 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -040001:13:08falsefull1661Episode 5: The Power of Shared ExperienceEpisode 5: The Power of Shared ExperienceShakespeare understood the human need to gather, connect, and share experiences. In this special episode, Jason King Jones reflects on this concept in his contribution to The Quarto, the journal of the Shakespeare Theatre Association (STA).

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]]>Shakespeare understood the human need to gather, connect, and share experiences. In this special episode, Jason King Jones reflects on this concept in his contribution to The Quarto, the journal of the Shakespeare Theatre Association (STA).

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]]>c270119c-4475-4ad1-ba01-12bfd86dfdb7Fri, 18 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -040009:49falsefull1551Episode 4 - Perchance to DreamEpisode 4 - Perchance to DreamHow far can a dream take you and what happens when ambition outruns reality? Director of The Producers, Jennifer Childs, joins Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer as they trace the hopes, schemes, and sleepless nights that drive our 2025 protagonists.

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]]>How far can a dream take you and what happens when ambition outruns reality? Director of The Producers, Jennifer Childs, joins Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer as they trace the hopes, schemes, and sleepless nights that drive our 2025 protagonists.

Tickets are available, now! Visit pashakespeare.org to secure your seat and subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive updates and offers.

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]]>dcd0f068-098d-4233-b759-1e92fb658b2aFri, 11 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -040001:01:29falsefull1441Episode 3 - Outside the LinesEpisode 3 - Outside the LinesVenturing into the uncharted territory of Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival's 2025 Summer Theatre Series, “Undiscovered Countries," we examine how boundaries are tested and transcended. Hosts Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer guide you through the absurdist edge of Rosencrantz And Guildenstern Are Dead, the introspective depths of Hamlet, and a conversation with special guest Akeem Davis, director of A Raisin in the Sun.

  • Harlem | The Poetry Foundation - The title of Lorraine Hansberry's A Raisin In The Sun was borrowed from Langston Hughes’s poem, “Harlem," sharing the story of the deferred dreams of the Younger family.

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]]>Venturing into the uncharted territory of Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival's 2025 Summer Theatre Series, “Undiscovered Countries," we examine how boundaries are tested and transcended. Hosts Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer guide you through the absurdist edge of Rosencrantz And Guildenstern Are Dead, the introspective depths of Hamlet, and a conversation with special guest Akeem Davis, director of A Raisin in the Sun.

  • Harlem | The Poetry Foundation - The title of Lorraine Hansberry's A Raisin In The Sun was borrowed from Langston Hughes’s poem, “Harlem," sharing the story of the deferred dreams of the Younger family.

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]]>2c386fdf-0a20-47d8-b6b0-e86c78f8016fFri, 04 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -040057:03falsefull1331Episode 2 - Fate vs. Free WillEpisode 2 - Fate vs. Free WillJoin Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer as they explore one of theater’s most compelling questions: Do we control our destinies, or are we bound by fate? Through lively discussion and insightful reflection, the hosts unpack the themes of free will and fate woven through this year's 2025 Summer Theatre Series Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival lineup.

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]]>Join Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer as they explore one of theater’s most compelling questions: Do we control our destinies, or are we bound by fate? Through lively discussion and insightful reflection, the hosts unpack the themes of free will and fate woven through this year's 2025 Summer Theatre Series Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival lineup.

Tickets are now available! Visit pashakespeare.org to secure your seat and subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive updates and offers.

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Our gratitude to Father Kevin Nadolski,  Chuck Gloman, Jarret Brown, and all of DeSales University for helping us continue this podcast journey.

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]]>da3038af-c731-4b96-bc7b-9252d431a964Sat, 29 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -040001:00:18falsefull1221Episode 1 - Undiscovered CountriesEpisode 1 - Undiscovered CountriesWelcome to As You Mic It!

In our premiere episode, Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer, guide you through an exciting first look at Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s vibrant 2025 Season themed "Undiscovered Countries."

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]]>Welcome to As You Mic It!

In our premiere episode, Jason King Jones, Kim Carson, and Connie Behringer, guide you through an exciting first look at Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s vibrant 2025 Season themed "Undiscovered Countries."

Tickets are now available! Visit pashakespeare.org to secure your seat. While there, subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed about exclusive updates and offers.

Special Thanks:

A warm thank you to Chuck Gloman, Jarret Brown, and all of DeSales University for helping us launch this podcast journey.

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]]>42a1bbff-b423-4287-b411-d5acbcdff426Mon, 24 Mar 2025 15:00:00 -040028:34falsefull1111