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AS 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.
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- Today1h 8m
S2E16 - In the Spotlight with Million Dollar Quartet
As You Mic It: In the Spotlight turns its attention to Million Dollar Quartet, the electrifying musical inspired by the legendary night when Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins, and Jerry Lee Lewis gathered at Sun Records and made music history.In this episode, Artistic Director Jason King Jones sits down with Jeremy Sevelovitz (Carl Perkins) and John Gardiner (Sam Phillips) to explore the people behind the influential figures in the birth of rock and roll. Their conversation looks at the friendships that shape these performances, the real-life relationship between Perkins and Phillips, and the challenge of portraying larger-than-life figures while honoring the humanity that made them remarkable.Later, Connie Behringer speaks with director Jim Helsinger about bringing Million Dollar Quartet to the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival stage. Drawing on his decades of experience as a director, actor, and artistic leader, Helsinger reflects on working with a cast of exceptional actor-musicians, the thrill of recreating a pivotal moment in music history, and what makes this production both a celebration of iconic songs and a compelling piece of theatre.Together, these conversations offer a closer look at the artists, collaborators, and creative process behind one of the most energetic productions of the season.Hosted by: Jason King Jones, Connie BehringerGuests: Jeremy Sevelovitz, John Gardiner, Jim HelsingerFollow John Gardiner as Sam Phillips on FacebookFollow Chance Michael Wall as Johnny Cash on Instagram Follow Nick Voss as Elvis Presley on InstagramDominique Scott as Jerry Lee LewisJeremy Sevelovitz as Carl PerkinsMillion Dollar Quartet at Pennsylvania Shakespeare FestivalMentioned in this episode:Become an Underwriter Today!Contact podcast@pashakespeare.org for more information.Subscriptions for the 2026 Summer Theatre Seriespashakespeare.org/tickets/Collaboration makes great theatre!Become a supporter, today! https://pashakespeare.org/support/
- 1 weeks ago42 min
S2E15 - In the Spotlight with The Piano Lesson
The 2026 PA Shakespeare Festival's Summer Theatre Series means weekly drops As You Mic It: In the Spotlight! PSF welcomes Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright and director James Ijames and actor Akeem Davis for a conversation about August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson, the production opening the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s 2026 season.Host Connie Behringer explores the power of Wilson’s work, the joy in this presentation, and the questions that continue to make The Piano Lesson resonate with audiences today. James reflects on his approach to directing the play, its place within Wilson’s Century Cycle, and the balance between honoring a celebrated text and discovering something new within it. Akeem shares his experience stepping into the world of the Charles family, the challenges and rewards of the role, and what makes this story such a vital piece of American theatre.Together, they discuss memory, legacy, family, and the ways the past continues to shape the choices we make in the present. Whether you are preparing to see the production or revisiting Wilson’s masterpiece, this episode offers a closer look at the artists bringing The Piano Lesson to life at PSF.Hosted by: Jason King JonesGuests: Akeem Davis and James IjamesAugust Wilson's The Piano Lesson at PSFSingle tickets are now on sale!James IjamesMentioned in this episode:Become an Underwriter Today!Contact podcast@pashakespeare.org for more information.Single Tickets on Sale Now
- 2 weeks ago9 min
S2P7 - The Prologues: Coriolanus
Get ready for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s 2026 Legends and Legacy Season with As You Mic It: The Prologues. In this mini-episode, we step into Shakespeare’s Coriolanus, a gripping portrait of power, pride, and political conflict. Presented as part of PSF’s Extreme Shakespeare series, this production embraces original practices: no director, no designers, and an ensemble of actors working at full speed with only the text and each other to guide the way. Raw, immediate, and charged with momentum, Coriolanus examines the uneasy relationship between leadership and public opinion as one celebrated military hero struggles to navigate the demands of politics and the will of the people. Join us for a closer look at one of Shakespeare’s most urgent and fiercely debated tragedies.Single tickets are now on sale at pashakespeare.org or by calling the box office at (610) 282-9455.Hosted by: Kim CarsonCoriolanus at Pennsylvania Shakespeare FestivalMentioned in this episode:Become an Underwriter Today!Contact podcast@pashakespeare.org for more information.Single Tickets on Sale Now
- 2 weeks ago6 min
S2P6 - The Prologues: Ken Ludwig's Moriarty
Get ready for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s 2026 Legends and Legacy Season with As You Mic It: The Prologues. In this mini-episode, we unravel the mystery of Ken Ludwig’s Moriarty: A New Sherlock Holmes Adventure, a fast-moving theatrical whodunit filled with danger, disguises, and razor-sharp wit. Directed by Matt Pfeiffer and performed in repertory with Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, this thrilling adventure follows Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson as they race to outsmart their legendary enemy. Packed with suspense, comedy, and clever twists, Moriarty celebrates the enduring legacy of one of literature’s greatest detectives while delivering all the excitement of a classic detective story brought to life onstage.Single tickets are now on sale at pashakespeare.org or by calling the box office at (610) 282-9455.Hosted by: Kim CarsonMoriarty at Pennsylvania Shakespeare FestivalMentioned in this episode:Become an Underwriter Today!Contact podcast@pashakespeare.org for more information.Single Tickets on Sale Now
- 2 weeks ago11 min
S2P5 - The Prologues: Romeo & Juliet
Get ready for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s 2026 Legends and Legacy Season with As You Mic It: The Prologues. In this mini-episode, we enter the world of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, the timeless story of young love caught between loyalty, violence, and fate. Directed by Jason King Jones and performed in repertory with Ken Ludwig’s Moriarty: A New Sherlock Holmes Adventure, this production places two iconic stories side by side, inviting audiences to experience the thrill of repertory theatre as actors transform between worlds night after night. Filled with poetry, urgency, and emotional intensity, Romeo and Juliet continues to resonate across generations as one of Shakespeare’s most enduring plays.Single tickets are now on sale at pashakespeare.org or by calling the box office at (610) 282-9455.Hosted by: Kim CarsonRomeo & Juliet at Pennsylvania Shakespeare FestivalMentioned in this episode:Single Tickets on Sale NowBecome an Underwriter Today!Contact podcast@pashakespeare.org for more information.
- 2 weeks ago8 min
S2P4 - The Prologues: The Complete Works of Jane Austen, Abridged
Get ready for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s 2026 Legends and Legacy Season with As You Mic It: The Prologues. In this mini-episode, we introduce The Complete Works of Jane Austen, Abridged, a fast-paced comedy that affectionately celebrates Austen’s beloved novels with wit, chaos, and a healthy dose of theatrical mischief. Directed by Jessica Bedford, this clever adaptation races through Austen’s iconic heroines, sharp social commentary, and swooning romances with an ensemble determined to tackle the entire Austen canon in one unforgettable evening. Whether you’re a lifelong Austen devotee or meeting these characters for the first time, this joyful comedy embraces the enduring appeal of stories that continue to shape generations of readers and audiences.Single tickets are now on sale at pashakespeare.org or by calling the box office at (610) 282-9455.Hosted by: Kim CarsonThe Complete Works of Jane Austen, Abridged at Pennsylvania Shakespeare FestivalMentioned in this episode:Single Tickets on Sale NowBecome an Underwriter Today!Contact podcast@pashakespeare.org for more information.
- 2 weeks ago7 min
S2P3 - The Prologues: Million Dollar Quartet
Get ready for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s 2026 Legends and Legacy Season with As You Mic It: The Prologues. In this mini-episode, we step into the electrifying world of Million Dollar Quartet, the hit musical inspired by the legendary night when Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins came together at Sun Records. Packed with iconic rock ’n’ roll hits and fueled by the energy of a changing musical landscape, the show captures a moment when four artists on the edge of superstardom crossed paths for one unforgettable jam session. Directed by Jim Helsinger, Million Dollar Quartet celebrates the music, ambition, and creative spark that helped shape American music history.Single tickets are now on sale at pashakespeare.org or by calling the box office at (610) 282-9455.Hosted by: Kim CarsonMillion Dollar Quartet at PA Shakespeare FestivalMentioned in this episode:Single Tickets on Sale NowBecome an Underwriter Today!Contact podcast@pashakespeare.org for more information.
- 3 weeks ago8 min
S2P2 - The Prologues: As You Like It
Get ready for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s 2026 Legends and Legacy Season with As You Mic It: The Prologues. In this mini-episode, we journey into Shakespeare’s As You Like It, a joyful comedy of reinvention, romance, and self-discovery. Co-directed by Jason King Jones and Kim Carson, this fresh take on Shakespeare’s beloved comedy follows a group of exiles into the Forest of Arden, where old rivalries soften, identities shift, and unexpected connections begin to bloom. Filled with wit, music, and some of Shakespeare’s most beloved characters, As You Like It invites audiences into a world where freedom, community, and love can flourish in unexpected ways.As part of PSF’s free Play On! Community Tour, As You Like It will travel throughout the region this summer, bringing Shakespeare directly into parks, public spaces, and communities across the Lehigh Valley. The full performance schedule is available at pashakespeare.org/as-you-like-it.Hosted by: Kim Carson"Play On!" Community Tour - As You Like ItMentioned in this episode:Become an Underwriter Today!Contact podcast@pashakespeare.org for more information.Single Tickets on Sale Now
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