BENJAMIN SPIERMAN

Associate Artistic Director of the Bronx Opera

Ben Spierman talks to us about the origins of the Bronx Opera as well as its stated goals.  We then get an exclusive extended sneak peak at the opening performance of Gustav Mahler's Die drei Pintos, which will be performed by the Bronx Opera company of actors on January 9, 10, 16, 17, 2010.

JAMAL IGLE

Comic Book Artist for DC Comics

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Part 1: Jamal talks about his background and how he got into comic books as a career.

Part 2: Jamal talks about his work on DC Comics' Supergirl title and gives spoilers to upcoming Supergirl storylines as well as the War of the Supermen crossover beginning May 2010.

Part 3: We talk about the fan reception to Superman: World of New Krypton and discover the hidden meaning of that series' title.  How much longer does Jamal plan on staying with Supergirl, and what are his future goals?  Also, Jamal opens up about his time on Firestorm, the racism he encountered on the messageboards about that character, and much, much more.

Part 4: We conclude this initial interview with Jamal and examine the differences between Superman and Supergirl vis-à-vis Krypton, fans rejecting a story even before it's printed, the new Earth-1 graphic novel series, why Jamal thinks Dan DiDio is so smart, what DC Entertainment means for the future of DC Comics, and what's this about Geoff Johns becoming DC's new Publisher?

JAY MICHAELS & MARY MiCARI 

Genesis Repertory Producer & Artistic Director

Jay & Mary talk about the founding of the Genesis Repertory Theatrical Company and preview their current season of projects including their version of Romeo and Juliet where Romeo is Jewish and Juliet is Palestinean.  This brief interview with the heads of a Brooklyn-based theatrical company is a must-see for all those who wish to support live theater in their communities.

GENESIS REPERTORY

Meet the company of actors

Part 1: Spotlight vignette interviews with Mary & Francis Callahan, John Stillwaggon, Anna Frankl-Duval, and Lisa Tosti (top row, l-r).

Part 2: Spotlight vignette interviews with Kristin O'Blessin, Louis Tullo, Michelle Alexandra, and Theresa Chow (bottom row, l-r). 

AGNES NIXON

Legendary creator of TV's One Life to Live and All My Children

Part 1: As part of our series of Guiding Light exit interviews, Ms. Nixon talks about her start in radio and television and being mentored by the creator of the soap opera format, Irna Phillips.  She also talks about the creation of her own soaps, One Life to Live and All My Children.

Part 2: As our chat continues, Ms. Nixon goes into more depth on writing her own soaps -- One Life to Live and All My Children -- and the issue-oriented storylines, such as interracial romance and abortion, that she was famous for pioneering in daytime.  She also shares her insights as to why Erica Kane, the lead character on All My Children holds such appeal to both women and men.  Finally, Ms. Nixon discusses some interesting fan encounters she's had over the years.

Part 3: At last, the final part of our conversation with Ms. Nixon as she reveals her all-time favorite storyline that she wrote for a soap.  Can you guess what it is?  Also, Agnes talks more about her mentor Irna Phillips and shares her thoughts and concerns over the recent relocation of her signature show, All My Children, to Los Angeles.  This is an extra-long installment, so brew a cup of coffee and settle in for Agnes Nixon at her most candid.  Although we filmed this in October 2009, we held back on posting this until now due to the sensitive nature of some of Ms. Nixon's statements.  We promise it was worth the wait.

TOM PELPHREY

Emmy-winning television actor

Part 1: A Guiding Light exit interview, Tom talks about his controversial incest storyline and shares his experiences on the show from his initial audition up until the show's recent cancellation.  Tom also talks about his time pursuing acting work in California and tells us who he'd like to work with in the future.

Part 2: Just a quick audio clip, taped in late September, 2009 where Tom previews his current stint on the daytime drama, As the World Turns.

THE APOTHECARY THEATRE COMPANY 

NYC-based off-Broadway theatrical company

We sit with Dennis Flanagan (Executive Director, Founder), Shawn Renfro (Artistic Director, Founder), Kate Russell (Artistic Associate), Ryan O'Nan (Resident Playwright), and actor Tom Pelphrey as they discuss the formation of ATC, talk about their past projects, and preview their upcoming production of an original work, In God's Hat, premiering July 2010.

Note that due to a technical glitch that left much of the video we shot unusable, this episode switches to still pictures plus audio after five minutes.