• Ep373 - "Eureka Day" Opening Night with Jessica Hecht, Bill Irwin, Thomas Middleditch, Amber Grey, Chelsea Yakura-Kurtz, and more

  • Jan 14 2025
  • Length: 55 mins
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Ep373 - "Eureka Day" Opening Night with Jessica Hecht, Bill Irwin, Thomas Middleditch, Amber Grey, Chelsea Yakura-Kurtz, and more

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  • Interviews live from the opening night ofEureka Day, which took place on December 16th, 2024. The order of interviews is: Thomas Middleditch Anna Shapiro Amber Gray Jonathan Spector Chelsea Kurtz Bill Irwin Jessica Hecht  Eureka Day brings comedy and contemplation to the stage, tackling personal beliefs, community conflict, and the art of truly listening. These interviews explore the play's themes of empathy, collective responsibility, and the nuances of human connection amidst a mumps outbreak at a progressive private school. You'll hear insights about the challenges of portraying deeply layered characters who all believe they are "right," the parallels between the play’s themes and real-world conflicts, and the humor that helps audiences face uncomfortable truths. Whether you're a fan of theater, thoughtful storytelling, or the quest to find common ground in divisive times, this episode delivers heartfelt takeaways and plenty of laughs. Connect with The Theatre Podcast: Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheTheatrePodcast Twitter & Instagram: @theatre_podcast Facebook.com/OfficialTheatrePodcast TheTheatrePodcast.com Alan's personal Instagram: @alanseales Email me at feedback@thetheatrepodcast.com. I want to know what you think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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