In this episode, we’re diving into Five Women Wearing the Same Dress by Alan Ball—a fast, sharp, and unexpectedly heartfelt comedy set during a chaotic Southern wedding.

Cast members Jessica Iannitello and Emilee Carroll join us to talk character dynamics, comic timing, emotional depth, and what it’s like to wear the same dress on stage night after night.

We talk favorite lines, rehearsal chaos, staying grounded in the moment, and why sometimes the best moments happen offstage.

🎭 Presented in collaboration with The Forst Inn
🎟️ Tickets & show info: https://forstinn.org

Inspired by Five Women Wearing the Same Dress, this episode unpacks the beautiful chaos of weddings with a group of guests who’ve seen it all — from the altar to the afterparty. Alan Ball’s play puts five bridesmaids in one room during a lavish Southern wedding, and we channel that same energy for a roundtable full of honesty, humor, and hot takes.

Joined by Tessa (married and full of wisdom), Shannon (bridesmaid extraordinaire), and Karter (newly engaged and glowing), we explore:

• 💍 Something Old: The wildest stories and cringiest traditions from weddings past

• 🥂 Something New: What modern weddings are getting right — and very wrong

• 🎁 Something Gifted: The best and worst bridal/wedding presents we’ve seen

• 💙 Something Blue: What gets us emotional — the moments that caught us off guard or stuck with us

Whether you’re planning a wedding, recovering from one, or just love good stories about people in formal wear losing their minds, this one’s for you.

🎭 Five Women Wearing the Same Dress opens soon at The Forst Inn in Tisch Mills, WI. For tickets and performance dates, visit theforstinn.org and support local theatre that’s as bold, funny, and unforgettable as the weddings we love to dissect.

In this episode of The Forst Inn Features, hosts Thomas Moore and Kevin Sievert (who also directed the production) sit down with cast members Aubrey Duncan (Nora Helmer) and Cory McElroy (Torvald Helmer), a real-life married couple portraying one of theater’s most iconic—and strained—stage marriages.

Together, we explore the emotional complexity of performing as Nora and Torvald while navigating the irony of doing so alongside your actual spouse. From their approach to breaking down Ibsen’s text to the way they challenged and supported each other in rehearsal, this conversation offers a layered look into character work, direction, and trust.

It’s an honest and playful discussion that reveals just how much life and art can blur on stage.

🎭 A Doll’s House is now playing at The Forst Inn in Tisch Mills, Wisconsin.
🎟️ Get tickets and learn more at www.forstinn.org

Get ready to fall down the rabbit hole with us in this special Alice by Heart episode of The Forst Inn Features! Hosts Thomas Moore and Kevin James Sievert are back—this time diving headfirst into the dreamy, haunting world of Duncan Sheik’s Alice by Heart. From the minds behind Spring Awakening, this isn’t your childhood Wonderland—it's packed with emotion, memory, and music that cuts straight to the heart.

In this episode, we’re joined by members of the team bringing Alice by Heart to life at The Forst Inn. Chloe Johanek, who plays Alice, shares her take on stepping into such an iconic and emotional role. Music Director Philip Jindra dives into the unique soundscape of the show, and Director Erin Lafond gives us insight into shaping this intimate, surreal production.

Check out the Forst Inn’s website https://www.forstinn.org/overview.html for details, to grab your tickets and learn more about our Theatre Remodel and help support the arts by donating.

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We're putting that Duncan STANK on our first expanded episode of our podcast! In preperation for their upcoming Alice By Heart episode, hosts Thomas Moore and Kevin James Sievert got together with guitarist and friend Keith Krumrich to talk all things Duncan Shiek - from his first hit in the 90s with "Barely Breathing" all the way to his musical theatre sucesses with both Spring Awakening and Alice By Heart. This episode has it all - Duncan Shiek soud bites, cultural moments and even some live studio guitar!

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It's been a while, but we're back! Hosts Thomas Moore and Kevin James Sievert reunite after a hiatus for the premiere episode of Season 4! Learn about The Forst Inn's new makeover, the busy year ahead and the new things The Forst Inn Features Podcast has in store!

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DRINK THE JUICE, SHELBY! The Forst Inn is producing the classic "Steel Magnolias", a poignant comedy-drama by Robert Harling! Host Kevin James Sievert cozies up with cast members Megan Schauer, Emilee Carroll, Claran LaViolette and Shannon Paige in VirtualLand to talk about the iconic movie, the girl power of an all female ensemble, and horror stories about bad haircuts!

ABOUT STEEL MAGNOLIAS:

The action is set in Truvy’s beauty salon in Chinquapin, Louisiana, where all the ladies who are “anybody” come to have their hair done. Helped by her eager new assistant, Annelle (who is not sure whether or not she is still married), the outspoken, wise-cracking Truvy dispenses shampoos and free advice to the town’s rich curmudgeon, Ouiser, ("I’m not crazy, I’ve just been in a bad mood for forty years"); an eccentric millionaire, Miss Clairee, who has a raging sweet tooth; and the local social leader, M’Lynn, whose daughter, Shelby (the prettiest girl in town), is about to marry a “good ole boy.” Filled with hilarious repartee and not a few acerbic but humorously revealing verbal collisions, the play moves toward tragedy when, in the second act, the spunky Shelby (who is a diabetic) risks pregnancy and forfeits her life. The sudden realization of their mortality affects the others, but also draws on the underlying strength—and love—which give the play, and its characters, the special quality to make them truly touching, funny and marvelously amiable company in good times and bad.
​Directed by Tyler McElrath Tickets: $20-$30; Preshow music one hour before curtain and can be purchased here.
Fridays: May 24, 31
Pub opens 6:00; Performance at 7:30
Saturdays: May 25; June 1
Pub opens 3:00; Performance at 4:30
​Talk back after the show.
Sundays: May 26; June 2
Pub opens 12:30; Performance at 2:00
Please Note: May 18, 19 & 30 are sold out.

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