DAG presents: Curtain Call
Curtain Call is a tell-all behind the scenes look into the lives of performers and backstage talent alike at the Downriver Actors Guild located in Wyandotte, Michigan. Join host Benjamin Apostle as he pulls the curtain back on some of downriver's most talented individuals.
Episodes
26 episodes
A New Chapter!
DAG is changing and The Curtain Call is changing with it! Listen as host Benjamin Apostle unveils the exciting new chapter for The Curtain Call!
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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20:40
"Planting the Seed": 2nd St Performing Arts Center
In this episode the Downriver Actors Guild announces some exciting news! We are developing a performing arts center and moving! Listen to host Benjamin Apostle get all the details from Artistic Director Debbie Aue, Director of Operations Joel B...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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35:04
"No One Cares For You A Smidge" The Power of the Ensembles
This week on Curtain Call we dive into a highly requested topic, ensembles! Ashley Blevins and Sam Ramirez join us as we discuss what makes a show special and spectacular. Our guests share their personal fails, wins, the best way to have a grea...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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45:42
"Please, Disney Gods..." Screen and Stage Adaptations
In today’s episode host Benjamin Apostle and guests Sarah, Dylan and Nathan discuss a multitude of adaptations, including Book of Mormon, spicy butt holes a la cats the movie, and our queen Julie Andrews 👀🎙. Please tell us on social media what&...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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48:02
"Let Us Be Your Diversity Guides"
It's here!! Part 2 of the interview with Spencer Genrich and Sebastian Adams. Listen to the two discuss the issues facing the LGBTQ community in local theater and their suggestions for how to move forward.Please listen, rate, and review...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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34:17
"It All Comes Down to Effort"
In this week's episode host Benjamin Apostle leads a discussion on an issue that plagues community theaters. Does community theater have a responsibility to include all members of the community interested in acting or to the quality of the perf...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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48:26
"My Personal Pronouns are..."
Greetings and A Happy New Year to all our listeners! Yay 2021!This week we have an amazing episode! Joining host Benjamin Apostle are fan favorite Spencer Genrich and newcomer Sebastian Adams. The two join Ben on a wonderfully enlighten...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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42:08
Broadway Villains: The Great(ish) Debate
In episode 2 of season 2, host Benjamin Apostle discusses the idea of Broadway Villains with guests Kenny Konaszewski and Jesslyn Kostopoulos. Favorite villains, best villain song, the anti-hero, and more are all discussed. Listen and the...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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33:15
The Show Must Go On!
We're Baaaaaaack!Host Benjamin Apostle and Producer Bryan are back with your inside look behind the curtain of all the theaters in the downriver area. In our first episode back since the pandemic, host Benjamin Apostle sits down with Ch...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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41:24
Pulling back the curtain on The Curtain Call
In this week's episode host Benjamin Apostle sits down with ?????, wait huh, this can't be right. He sits down with Producer Bryan? The two share how the podcast got started and named, their "first time" stories, and generally try to keep every...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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39:09
State of the Theater: COVID-19 Edition
!!Special Edition!!The theater management team of Joel Bias Director of Operations, Denny Connors Director of Development, and Debbie Aue Artistic Director all sit down with host Benjamin Apostle to discuss the impact of COVID-19 on The...
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26:51
Spotlight Series: Inspire Theatre
This week we are changing things up! We are releasing our first in a line of Spotlight Series showcasing other community theater groups in the southeastern Michigan area. First up, Inspire Theatre! Host Benjamin Apostle sits down with Inspire T...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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35:06
A Real Downriver Success Story
This week we change things up! Host Benjamin Apostle sits down with Ryan Crum, a professional bass player for local, regional, and touring musical theater. Currently, Ryan is the bass player for Spongebob: The Musical national tour. Ryan shares...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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27:53
"Not Right or Not White?"
In this week's episode host Benjamin Apostle takes a deep dive into the discussion of minoritized people and groups in community theater. Leading the discussion are our guests Amanda Chatila and Domingo Guzman. Both are active in multiple commu...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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54:05
Duct Tape & Swords: A Stage Manager's Best Friend
In this week's episode host Benjamin Apostle sits down with 3 stage managers (Kristin Davis, Maria Vespa, and Valerie Compau) as they discuss what it takes to stage manage both community and professional theater. The three share the perils of w...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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33:16
“A Woman Would Never Get Away With That”
In our 2020 return, host Benjamin Apostle sits down with Ashley Blevins, Kayla Harwood, and Gerald Hymer to discuss the pervasive problem of male privilege in community theater. The three share their opinions, stories, and experience working wi...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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52:09
How long you been in plaid? ... Forever
In our last episode of 2019, host Benjamin Apostle sits down with the guys from Forever Plaid to discuss embarrassing moments on stage, gold stars, and of course their show. Be sure to listen all the way to the end to hear a live listen at thei...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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53:10
You don't live here???
In this week's episode of Curtain Call, host Benjamin Apostle sits down with downriver directing royalty Paul Bruce and Debbie Aue. The two share stories about their current productions, how they got started in theater, and Debbie Aue gives a l...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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44:41
Life outside of DAG
In this week's episode of the Curtain Call, host Benjamin Apostle sits down with Taylor Charbonneau and Sydnee Corbin to discuss how other theater compaines compare to the Downriver Actors Guild. The two share their stories of working with grou...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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53:35
“Casted is not a word!”
They're baaaaack! One episode wasn't enough to contain these two powerhouses. In this week's episode host Benjamin Apostle continues his discussion with Former Downriver Child Star Sam Ramirez and Nathan Vazquez. The two get a little more perso...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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40:38
Avenue A Cappella: The Episode
In this weeks episode (albeit delayed due to Producer Bryan), host Benjamin Apostle sits down with Avenue A Cappella members Kyle Harwood and Melanie Aue. The two discuss the origins of the group, how songs are chosen, and what the group looks ...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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39:10
Former Downriver Child Star SAM RAMIREZ!...and Nathan
In this week's episode, host Benjamin Apostle goes into an in-depth discussion of high school theatre. Nathan Vazquez serves as the director for Melvindale High School and Sam Ramirez serves as the Roosevelt High School director in Wyandotte. T...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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46:36
The Obligatory Frozen Episode
In this week's episode, host Benjamin Apostle sits down with Josh Gray (Director of Frozen Jr.), Kylie Scarpace (Queen Elsa), and Chloe Scarpace (Princess Anna) as they discuss being in the Downriver Actors Guild's production of Frozen Jr. Kyli...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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28:04
“If you didn't need black people, would you still call me?”
In this week's Curtain Call, host Benjamin Apostle sits down with Nick "Big Papa" Brown and Mishana Green to discuss the point of view of African Americans in community theater. Nick and Mishana share their stories, opinions, and struggles o...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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52:52
“There's one QUEEN in the room, and it's me!”
In this episode, host Benjamin Apostle talks to Betsy and Spencer Genrich who are the lead instructors at the Downriver Dance Academy. Betsy and Spencer share their stories of being life-long dancers, choreographers, and performers. Ben also gi...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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57:55