The podcast for City Lights Theater Company. We present full length plays, discussions, interviews, and music that will entertain, inspire and challenge you. Filament is supported in part by the San Jose Water Company.
Join us as AJ Jaffari sits down with scenic designer Ron Gasparinetti and director Kimberly Ridgeway to explore the wild, whimsical world of "Ride the Cyclone." They dig into the real theme‑park inspirations behind the scenic design, the presence of Karnak as a set piece, and the way color and light guide the audience through the show's emotional twists. Ron and Kimberly share insights from their creative process and discuss favorite moments from this unforgettable ride.
"Ride the Cyclone"
Runs July 16-August 30, 2026
Book, music and lyrics by Jacob Richmond and Brooke Maxwell
Directed by Kimberly Ridgeway
Music direction by Samuel Cisneros
Vocal direction by Juanita Harris
Choreography by Jennifer Cuevas
Supported by Producers Christy Martin & Cindy Melter, and Producer Charlie McCollum
Filament is produced by City Lights Theater Company
Music, Editing, and Sound Design by George Psarras.
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You can email us at filament@cltc.org with any questions or comments. Learn more about the podcast, City Lights in general, and listen to our back catalog of episodes on our website at cltc.org/filament.
Your support makes this all possible. Literally. Please consider making a donation at cltc.org/donate
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29 Dec 2025
Stories from the Set of "Tapawingo"
"Tapawingo," starring Jon Heder ("Napoleon Dynamite" and "Blades of Glory"), is about an oddball who becomes the bodyguard for a misfit teenager and finds himself in the crosshairs of the town's family of bullies. The quirky indie comedy is out now on VOD! Available for purchase or rental on Apple TV, Amazon Prime, Fandango at Home and others.
In this podcast, actors Jon Heder, Jay Pichardo, Paul Psarras, and City Lights' own George Psarras, reminisce about their summer in Virginia making the film, including audition stories, on set tales, and day off shenanigans.
Filament is produced by City Lights Theater Company
Music, Editing, and Sound Design by George Psarras.
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You can email us at filament@cltc.org with any questions or comments. Learn more about the podcast, City Lights in general, and listen to our back catalog of episodes on our website at cltc.org/filament.
Your support makes this all possible. Literally. Please consider making a donation at cltc.org/donate
Leave a 5 star review and subscribe to Filament on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or your podcasting platform of choice.
8 Dec 2025
Family Onstage, Family Offstage: Backstage at "Over the River and Through the Woods"
Backstage with AJ is crossing the river into family, laughter, and love.
Step backstage with AJ at "Over the River and Through the Woods" as we sit down with longtime friends and castmates Karen DeHart and Deb Anderson. From carpool rides to rehearsal laughter, these two share how their characters are similar in some ways, but express love in very different ways. Plus, we celebrate Karen's 100th show! Together, they imagine what a day spent with their characters might look like and remind us that this play about family has created a family of its own behind the scenes.
"Over The River And Through The Woods"
Runs Nov 20 – Dec 21, 2025
Written by Joe DiPietro
Directed by Jeffrey Bracco
Supported by Producer Toggle Hagan
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Filament is produced by City Lights Theater Company
Music, Editing, and Sound Design by George Psarras.
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You can email us at filament@cltc.org with any questions or comments. Learn more about the podcast, City Lights in general, and listen to our back catalog of episodes on our website at cltc.org/filament.
Your support makes this all possible. Literally. Please consider making a donation at cltc.org/donate
Leave a 5 star review and subscribe to Filament on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or your podcasting platform of choice.
Who has been a guest on Filament
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Luisa Sermol
Tom Gough
Angie Higgins
George Psarras
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Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
15 ratings
Spotify
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1 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 24 / 100
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YouTube
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Engagement
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