The Resident Acting Company sits down with long-time Managing Director, Jon White-Spunner to discuss his retirement, his time at BTE, and what's next on the horizon. 

Jon served BTE for nearly 20 years with love, care, and a whole lot of heart. He's one of the nicest men you will ever meet and BTE will miss him dearly, but we wish him the best of luck in everything that is to come. 

Recorded and Edited by: Amy Rene Byrne

Original Music by: Aaron White

Transcripts of all Season 2-4 episodes are available on our Buzzsprout website.

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(Almost all of) the cast sits down with Director James E. Ofalt to discuss BTE’s Season 48 opener, The 39 Steps!  From hijinx to esoteric analysis, this episode has just a little bit of everything. 

The 39 Steps Low Price Previews: September 25th and 26th. 
Opening Night Gala: September 27th (advanced tickets required)

Tickets available online at www.bte.org

Recorded remotely with fun technical difficulties and edited by: Amy Rene Byrne 
Original Music by: Aaron White

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Join Amy Rene Byrne, Aaron White, and Kimie Muroya as they unveil Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble’s exciting 48th season! From musicals and beloved classics to a tribute to one of America’s founding fathers, this season offers something for everyone. Tune in to get the inside scoop, behind-the-scenes stories, and a sneak peek at what's to come!

00:05 Introduction 
00:54 Announcing the 48th Season: The 39 Steps
04:28 Holiday Cheer: A Charlie Brown Christmas
08:07 Intimate Winter Performance: Radiant Vermin
12:06 Springtime Classic: Little Women
15:56 Educational Tour: The Amazing Mr. Franklin
18:34 Summer Family Show: Elephant & Piggie's We're in a Play!
21:12 Sensory Friendly Performances
22:40 I Am/We Are Project
30:04 Affordable Theatre Options
31:29 Season Highlights and Excitement
33:16 Final Thoughts and Farewell

Recorded and Edited by: Amy Rene Byrne

Original Music by: Aaron White

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Resident Artists Aaron White and Kimie Muroya sit down with cast members from the 2025 summer production of Sideways Stories from Wayside School and Alumni from the 2015 production and uncover a collage of fun and fascinating tales.

Plus a Bonus Bit! We announce the launch of a new story gathering initiative and companion podcast: The I Am/We Are Project.

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Magic meets Theatre in this episode as Amy and Aaron give a sneak peek into the upcoming The Great and Powerful Dave! magic show and masterclass with the incomparable David Moreland. He's a TV and film actor, children's magician, and former BTE Ensemble member. David shares stories from his journey blending acting and illusion. Discover how David’s early days in Bloomsburg shaped his career, the serendipitous moment that launched his life in magic, and the joys (and perils) of performing for young audiences. 

Whether you’re a theatre lover, a magic enthusiast, or just curious about the crossroads of art and community, this episode is packed with laughter, inspiration, and a touch of wonder. Don’t miss your chance to hear from a true “universal synapse”—and find out how a childhood interest can become a lifelong passion.

Tickets for David’s shows and masterclass are available at www.bte.org.

Recorded and edited by: Amy Rene Byrne

Original Music by: Aaron White

Transcripts of all Season 2-4 episodes are available on our Buzzsprout website.

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Ensemble Members Amy Rene Byrne and Abigail Leffler unpack all the wonderful Summer Theatre School offerings this summer! From Film Acting to Gore Galore-- there's something for every kid ages 3+! 

Register for summer classes online at www.bte.org

Recorded and Edited by: Amy Rene Byrne
Original Music by: Aaron White

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Resident Artists Amy Rene Byrne and Aaron White chat with fellow Ensemble members Sarah Elizabeth Yorke and Jen Lippert about the upcoming production of The Little Prince. Discover how each member is bringing this whimsical play to life—from directing to costume design to playing key characters. They dive into their personal connections to the story and what it is like working with the three community youths playing the Little Prince while exploring the themes of childhood, connection, and imagination. Join the conversation and get a sneak peek into this heartwarming and thought-provoking theatrical journey.

The Little Prince Pay-What-You-Decide-Previews are April 3rd and 4th at 7:30pm. The show runs April 5th-27th. Get your tickets online at www.bte.org

Sponsor Spotlight: Colleen Phillips of Service 1st Federal Credit Union

Original Music by: Aaron White
Recorded by: Aaron White
Edited by: Amy Rene Byrne

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Ensemble members Managing Director Jon White-Spunner and Director of Development and Communications, Jared Whitford join Resident Artist, Aaron White, to breakdown the how, why, and when to support BTE during Raise the Region 2025 hosted by The First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania (FCFP) in collaboration with the Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships.

Supporter Spotlight: Rebecca Remaly and Stephen Weitz, and Mark, Jen, and Rosie Turnbough

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Playwright, Gabe Moses, Director, Avery LaMar Pope, and BTE Education Director, Abby Leffler sit down with Resident Artist, Aaron White to share what BTE has planned for the upcoming Theatre In the Classroom (TIC) tour of Discovering Frederick Douglass: The Remarkable Life of a National Leader.

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Resident Artists Amy Rene Byrne and Aaron White discuss their roles in the upcoming production of Stephen King's Misery. Joined by director Nora Gair, they explore the differences between the book, play, and movie, delve into the complexities of the characters, and reveal fascinating behind-the-scenes details. 

The episode's supporter spotlight features an interview with long-time BTE supporter Carol Tevis, who shares her excitement for the show and reflects on her experiences with the theatre. 

17:54 Supporter Spotlight: Carol Tevis

25:06 Back to our regularly scheduled episode

Recorded and Edited by: Amy Rene Byrne*
Original Music by: Aaron White

*Recorded remotely, thank you for being understanding of background noise-- two-year-olds don't understand the need for a quiet recording environment.

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Ensemble Members, Abigail Leffler (Education Director) & Aaron White (Resident Artist) are grilled by Theatre School students about all things theatre, teaching, and BTE.

Recorded and Edited by: Aaron White
Original Music by: Aaron White

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Resident Artists and Ensemble Members, Aaron White and Amy Rene Byrne unwrap what the Ensemble is preparing for the holiday season, chat about devising BTE's three-clown A Christmas Carol, discuss the joys and pressures of adapting the company's 20th adaptation of Dickens classic tale, and revel in the Christmas traditions of Pennsylvania's only town.

Supporter Spotlight: Cindy Schultz and TreeFest

Recorded and Edited by: Aaron White
Original Music by: Aaron White

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Resident Artists Aaron White, Kimie Muroya, and Amy Rene Byrne chat about our October PlayTasting series. Each week we will bring you a staged reading of an edgy new play at various locations around the area. A "flight of plays" to strike up conversation with our audience. Come out, have some good food, and tell us what you think about them-- you might see them in one of our upcoming seasons.

October 4th @ 5pm: How Now, Ophelia Free at the Bloomsburg Town Park
October 13th @ 11am: Wasabia, at the Brasserie Louis (tickets: brasserie-lous.com)
October 18th @ 7:30: Radiant Vermin, at The Blind Pig (tickets: blindpigkitchen.com)
October 25th @ 6pm: Dracula, at The Pine Barn Inn (tickets: bte.org)

Recorded by: Aaron White
Edited by: Amy Rene Byrne
Original Music by: Aaron White

Transcripts of all Season 2-4 episodes are available on our Buzzsprout website.

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Resident Actors, Amy Rene Byrne, Kimie Muroya, Aaron White Celebrate the new changes to Season 3 of the Down Center Podcast, chat about financial and cultural changes in the theatre industry and announce BTE’s Season 47!  

Supporter Spotlight: Bob Tevis

Recorded and Edited by: Aaron White
Original Music by: Aaron White

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Ahhh...Tomato Season!!! Just as summer gardens are reaching their zenith, BTE is wrapping up it's 46th Season. So in celebration of the the Down Center Podcast's 2nd season RAC member, Aaron White, reflects on the a cyclical nature of theatremaking and growing things in rural PA

Recorded and Edited by: Aaron White
Original Music by: Aaron White

Transcripts of all Season 2-4 episodes are available on our Buzzsprout website.

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Aaron White, Resident Actor & Ensemble member, chats with Community Kid cast members and Resident Actors, Elizabeth Dowd and Kimie Muroya, about summers at BTE as they prepare for performing  The Velveteen Rabbit.

Recorded and Edited by: Aaron White
Original Music by: Aaron White

Transcripts of all Season 2 episodes available on our Buzzsprout website.

Check out our current season: http://www.bte.org
Ensemble Driven. Professional Theatre. Arts Education. Rural Pennsylvania. For Everyone. With Everyone.

Transcripts of all Season 2-4 episodes are available on our Buzzsprout website.

Check out our current season: http://www.bte.org
Ensemble Driven. Professional Theatre. Arts Education. Rural Pennsylvania. For Everyone. With Everyone.

Join RAC Member Amy Rene Byrne and Education Director Abigail Leffler in a chat with 10-year-old theatre artists Margo Sutton and Aiden Kawas. They share their fun-filled experiences in improv and acting classes, dream up fantastical theatre camps, and even reenact some of their favorite games. 

Discover the magic of theatre school and how it nurtures creativity, confidence, and collaboration in your kids. BTE's Theatre School runs June 10th-August 2nd and offers camps for ages 5-18. Register online today at www.bte.org. 

Recorded and Edited by: Amy Rene Byrne
Original Music by: Aaron White

Transcripts of all Season 2-4 episodes are available on our Buzzsprout website.

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Join us for a captivating behind-the-scenes glimpse into the rehearsal process of our latest production Annapurna by Sharr White. In this episode, Director Aaron White and Assistant Director Kimie Muroya invite you to sit at the table with them and the stellar cast-- Elizabeth Dowd (Emma) and Rand Whipple (Ulysses). Together, they engage in an in-depth "table work" session, dissecting their roles, discussing their personal connections to BTE, and uncovering the layers of meaning in this profound play.

Annapurna will run from May 23rd through June 9th. Don’t miss the opportunity to witness Elizabeth Dowd in her final mainstage appearance as a full-time company member, where she delivers a powerhouse performance in a role that explores resilience, the search for forgiveness, and the indomitable human spirit. Tickets are available at www.bte.org.

Recorded and Edited by: Amy Rene Byrne
Original Music by: Aaron White

Transcripts of all Season 2-4 episodes are available on our Buzzsprout website.

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RAC member and director Elizabeth Dowd is joined by Theatremaker Apprentices Diamond Gloria Marrow and Bruce Gomez, and Guest Actor Jack Sullivan to discuss BTE's touring Theatre in the Classroom (TIC) production, Zombie Thoughts. 

The play is set in a live-action video game where the levels get harder and harder, and you don’t get to quit playing! This interactive, choose-your-own-adventure performance is designed to help students identify and navigate debilitating anxiety (or Zombie Thoughts) as it gets in the way of winning the game. The cast shares insights on the rehearsal process, the history of TIC, and what they hope students will get from this experience.

Zombie Thoughts is on tour March 18th-May 26th. To book a performance at your school, church, or organization visit our website www.bte.org.

Recorded and Edited by: Amy Rene Byrne
Original Music by: Aaron White

Transcripts of all Season 2-4 episodes are available on our Buzzsprout website.

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Ensemble Driven. Professional Theatre. Arts Education. Rural Pennsylvania. For Everyone. With Everyone.

The mystery is afoot!
A shoe?
... A show!

This mystery is a show. Join RAC members Amy Rene Byrne and Aaron White and RAC Candidate Kimie Muroya as they discuss the delightful mysterious comedy that is BTE's upcoming show Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson-- Apt. 2B  by Kate Hamill.

Show runs March 27th-April 14th! Get your tickets today!

Recorded and Edited by: Amy Rene Byrne
Original Music by: Aaron White

Transcripts of all Season 2-4 episodes are available on our Buzzsprout website.

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Love and theatre have been in a complicated long-term relationship since... well, forever. RAC members Aaron White and Amy Rene Byrne chat about how their love lives and work as theatre professionals intersect. Perfect for Valentine's Day, this episode covers showmances, marriage, maintaining a work-life balance, and the delicate nature of performing intimate scenes onstage. 

Recorded and Edited by: Amy Rene Byrne
Original Music by: Aaron White

Transcripts of all Season 2-4 episodes are available on our Buzzsprout website.

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Join RAC member Amy Rene Byrne as she chats with (most of) the cast of Sanctuary City. RAC Candidate Kimie Muroya and Theatremaker Apprentices Diamond Gloria Marrow and Bruce Gomez discuss the characters, humor, and power dynamics in the play in addition to the challenges and complexities of immigrating to America, the strain it puts on relationships, and the struggles young immigrants face finding their place in society. 

Sanctuary City runs runs January 18th-February 1st and is for mature audiences.

Recorded and Edited by: Amy Rene Byrne
Original Music by: Aaron White

Transcripts of all Season 2-4 episodes are available on our Buzzsprout website.

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Join RAC member Amy Rene Byrne as she grills the mastermind behind Bloomsburg's favorite (any only) resident Improv troupe. Learn what improv is and isn't, hear Abby Leffler’s favorite improv story, and find out what gets Abby and Amy's pinkies up!

Recorded and Edited by: Amy Rene Byrne
Original Music by: Aaron White

Transcripts of all Season 2-4 episodes are available on our Buzzsprout website.

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Resident Acting Company Member Elizabeth Dowd is directing BTE's 5th production of the beloved holiday classic, A Christmas Story.  In this episode, she chats with former child actors Levi Fritz, Luke Saracoglu, and Walker Dowd-Whipple about their experiences playing Ralphie and Randy in past productions. 

Recorded and Edited by: Amy Rene Byrne
Original Music by: Aaron White

Transcripts of all Season 2-4 episodes are available on our Buzzsprout website.

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What you see onstage is just the tip of the theatrical iceberg. It takes many hands, brains, minds, and hearts to run a professional theatre. In this episode you’ll hear from eight of BTE’s Ensemble Members about their jobs, favorite theatre stories, and much more!

Recorded and Edited by: Amy Rene Byrne
Original Music by: Aaron White
Transcription by: Kimie Muroya

Transcripts of all Season 2-4 episodes are available on our Buzzsprout website.

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