Beyond the Fourth Wall

"The Center of the Ferris Wheel"

We're back to the Season Series this week.  We're chatting with our cast and creative team to get to know them better and hear insights as we count down to the 2022 Summer Season. Today, we have a conversation with Brandon T. Holmes, Production Stage Manager for The Lex.  Brandon recounts his journey to professional stage management, what exactly a stage manager does, and his creative process and preparation for a summer season at The Lex. At The Lexington Theatre Company, we create professional theatre and train the next generation of theatre artists so that our community can enjoy a shared experience of masterful storytelling. To learn more about  The Lexington Theatre Company, visit our website lexingtontheatrecompany.org Follow us on social media - @thelextheatreco

A Look Back at "Finding Your Voice" with Michelle J. Rodriguez

In celebration of this week's Story Cycle Concert, we're taking a look back at our first conversation with Story Cycle Artist-in-Residence, Michelle J. Rodriguez, in Season Three.  Michelle's work as a musical theatre songwriter has been featured around the country at notable theatres and programs including Portland Center Stage, Ars Nova, New York Theater Workshop, The Public Theater and many more.  At the upcoming concert on April 22, she will perform some of her work, including the debut of some new material.  The Story Cycle students she has mentored through the year will present their new works as well.   In this inspiring episode, she shares her incredible journey as an artist, what she hopes for in the future of musical theatre, and the power of reaching for a dream that aligns with your values. At The Lexington Theatre Company, we create professional theatre and train the next generation of theatre artists so that our community can enjoy a shared experience of masterful storytelling. To learn more about  The Lexington Theatre Company, visit our website lexingtontheatrecompany.org Follow us on social media - @thelextheatreco

"Behind the Music - A Story Cycle Concert Sneak Peek"

We're taking a quick break from our Season Series to give you a behind-the-scenes preview of our upcoming Story Cycle Concert with our headlining star and Artist-in-Residence, Michelle J. Rodriguez.  Michelle's work as a musical theatre songwriter has been featured around the country at notable theatres and programs including Portland Center Stage, Ars Nova, New York Theater Workshop, The Public Theater and many more.  At the upcoming concert on April 22, she will perform some of her work, including the debut of some new material.  The Story Cycle students she has mentored through the year will present their new works as well.  In this episode, we chat about the Story Cycle experience for Michelle, her excitement about the concert and the beautiful future she sees for the program. At The Lexington Theatre Company, we create professional theatre and train the next generation of theatre artists so that our community can enjoy a shared experience of masterful storytelling. To learn more about  The Lexington Theatre Company, visit our website lexingtontheatrecompany.org Follow us on social media - @thelextheatreco

"Music, Movement and Storytelling"

The Season Series continues, as we chat with our cast and creative team to get to know them better and hear insights into the planning for these spectacular shows. Today, we hear from Broadway Veteran, Mara Newbery Greer who will create new choreography for our production of Disney's The Little Mermaid. Mara shares her journey to the world of choreography and how her love for music, movement and storytelling brought her to where she is today.  And, Mara and Lyndy share their excitement as they prepare to collaborate for the second time on a musical at The Lex and the magic that comes from working as a team. At The Lexington Theatre Company, we create professional theatre and train the next generation of theatre artists so that our community can enjoy a shared experience of masterful storytelling. To learn more about  The Lexington Theatre Company, visit our website lexingtontheatrecompany.org Follow us on social media - @thelextheatreco

"Behind the Razzle Dazzle"

Welcome to the Season Series!  As we count down to our Summer Season, we're inviting you to sit down with our cast and creative team.  Get to know them better and hear insights into the planning for these spectacular shows. In this insightful episode, we hear from Broadway Veteran, Patrick O'Neill who will direct and choreograph our production of Chicago. Patrick shares with us his vision for the show including a step back into vaudevillian history and a commentary on our truth and the moments we share it, hide it or cloak in that old "razzle dazzle."  (Also, revisit Season 1, Episode 2 for even more with Patrick O'Neill) At The Lexington Theatre Company, we create professional theatre and train the next generation of theatre artists so that our community can enjoy a shared experience of masterful storytelling. To learn more about  The Lexington Theatre Company, visit our website lexingtontheatrecompany.org Follow us on social media - @thelextheatreco