In this episode, we will discuss superstitions in the theatre. Actors are hard core superstitious and it’s fun to hear about all the superstitions, stories and experiences we and others have with them both in todays age and centuries before us. Enjoy!
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Episode Timeline
0:00 - 3:38 -- INTRODUCTION (setting the mood)
3:39 - 12:32 -- TOPIC DISCUSSION (our personal superstitions and those in the world)
12:33 - 15:32 -- THE READING: Shakespeare (a scene with the 3 witches from McBeth)
15:33 - 19:13 -- ALESHA’S LUXURIOUS LIBATIONS (the black cat)
19:14 - 25:00 -- TOIPIC DISCUSSION CONT. (our superstitions on the stage)
25:00 - 30:18 -- JANINE’S NERDY GEBBERISH (root of the McBeth superstition)
30:19 - 46:00 -- BRING IN THE GUEST! (Kris Hipps - local Denver actor, writer, director, film maker)
46:01 - 53:29 -- KEVIN’S QUIZ CORNER (13 superstitions)
53:30- 1:04:09 -- THE PROCESS(Alesha and Kevin attempt one of Janines process exercises)
1:04:10- 1:07:12 -- CLOSING QUOTES/WRAP UP - (Sonnet 116 by Shakespear)
— ALESHA’S LUXURIOUS LIBATIONS RECIPE —
“The “Black Cat
INGREDIENTS (3 servings)
- 1.5 measures vodka
- 1.5 measures brandy
- 6 measures cranberry juice
- Coca-cola
Place ice, alcohol, simple syrup, lemon juice and cranberry juice into shaker, shake thoroughly. Strain into glass. Splash coca cola to taste. Add orange zest for garnish.
— SHOW NOTES/LINKS —
13 Theatre Superstitions:https://broadwaydirect.com/13-theater-superstitions-halloween/
Check out the Bug Theatre: https://www.bugtheatre.org
Belvedere Theatre in Central City: http://coloradopreservation.org/2016-list-colorados-most-endangered-places/belvidere-theatre
Macbeth Starring Dame Judi Dench and Sir Ian Mckellen (1976 production filmed in 1979) https://youtu.be/7skhaOegpLA
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— Segment Music—
KEVIN’S QUIZ CORNER
“House of Style”
Vocals : Kevin
Music : Jay Man
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JANINE’S NERDY GIBBERISH
“City Jaunt”
Vocals : Kevin
Music : Jay Man
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ALESHA’S LUXURIOUS LIBATIONS
“Spin”
Vocals : Kevin
Music : Jay Man
www.our-music-box.com
“Superstition”
Arrangement : Kevin Leonard
Written by : Steve Wonder
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