In Season Two, Episode 8 of Thank You Five, actress Sherry Fletcher recounts her extensive experience in theater, from her early involvement in Maryland to her active participation in Omaha's theater scene since 1979. She discusses her roles in various community theaters, her role as a volunteer docent at the Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo, and her work with the Omaha performing arts community. Sherry also shares her adventures with the Omaha Dancing Grannies, the improvisational comedy group Off the Cuff, and Theater-To-Go performances. She talks about her passion for comedy, her favorite roles, and her travels around the world, as well as her love for interacting with children through children's theater.
7 Oct 2024
S2 EP7 | Courtney Stein Cairncross
In Season Two, Episode 7 of Thank You Five, Omaha native Courtney Stein Cairncross drops by the green room to discuss her extensive career (30+ years) in dance and theater. Courtney's journey includes education at California Pacific College of Performing Arts and the University of Nebraska at Omaha, along with international studies in New York and Japan. The episode delves into her work on various productions, including her transition to professional theater at the Omaha Community Playhouse, her choreography for Nebraska Shakespeare, and her roles in the Nebraska Theatre Caravan and Opera Omaha. Courtney discusses her passion for teaching and arts advocacy, highlighting her initiatives during the pandemic and her role with Circle Theatre. The episode concludes with Courtney sharing personal anecdotes and reflecting on her love for performing and choreographing.
24 Sept 2024
S2 EP6 | Bill Kirby
In Season Two, Episode 6 of Thank You Five, I sit down with Bill Kirby, resident creative and technical director at the Blue Barn. Bill shares his rich background, from his origins in England and Pennsylvania, to his extensive education and career in theater. We discuss Bill’s Quaker upbringing, his early passion for theater and sound design, and his educational journey at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama. Bill highlights his experiences working at venues like McCarter Theater Center and his eventual move to Omaha to join the Blue Barn Theatre. The conversation delves into his process for sound design, memorable productions, including 'Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike', and the challenges and innovations in theater technology over the years.
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