AUGTC S3 E4: Don’t Fall Asleep! Inside The Drowsy Chaperone 🎭😂

AUGTC: S3 E5: The Power of Empathy: Why "To Kill a Mockingbird" Still Matters

Step behind the curtain with us on this powerful episode of Acting Up with GTC! 🎭We’re talking all things To Kill a Mockingbird—from the powerful themes that still resonate today to the incredible cast bringing this story to life on stage at the historic Granbury Opera House.Host Matt Beutner and Director Micky Shearon sit down with cast members Matt Victory (Atticus Finch), Calvin Lawrence (Reverend Sykes), and Stevie Morgan (Scout) to explore the heart, humanity, and impact of this unforgettable production.This is more than a show—it’s a conversation about empathy, justice, and seeing the world through someone else’s eyes. As Atticus reminds us, you never truly understand a person until you walk in their skin.✨ Don’t miss your chance to experience this moving, thought-provoking production live!🎟️ Get your tickets now:👉 www.granburytheatrecompany.org📞 817-579-0952📍 Granbury Opera House📅 Opening May 8#GranburyTheatreCompany #ToKillAMockingbird #CommunityTheatre #LiveTheatre #GranburyTX #DFWEvents #TheatreLife #ActingUpWithGTC 🎭✨

AUGTC S3 E4: Don’t Fall Asleep! Inside The Drowsy Chaperone 🎭😂

Step behind the curtain with us on this episode of Acting Up with GTC! 🎭✨ We’re diving into Granbury Theatre Company’s upcoming production of The Drowsy Chaperone—a hilarious, high-energy musical comedy that celebrates the joy of theatre, imagination, and those “guilty pleasure” shows we all love. Hear from director Colton Lively and cast members as they share what makes this show so special—from laugh-out-loud moments to the heart behind the story. Whether you’re a longtime theatre lover or just looking for a fun night out, this is one show you don’t want to miss! As they put it best—it’s two hours of pure escape, laughter, and joy. And honestly… don’t we all need that right now? 😊 🎟️ Get your tickets today: 👉 www.granburytheatrecompany.org [http://www.granburytheatrecompany.org] 📞 817-579-0952 Don’t fall asleep and miss The Drowsy Chaperone—it’s a limited 3-week run! #GranburyTheatreCompany #DrowsyChaperone #LiveTheatre #MusicalTheatre #BroadwayOnTheBrazos #GranburyTX #TheatreLife #SupportTheArts 🎭✨

AUGTC S3 E3: Junior Theatre Festival Recap! 🎭 GTC Students Shine at JTF Atlanta & West

What happens when Granbury Theatre Academy students head to the Junior Theatre Festival? 🎭 In this episode of Acting Up with GTC, hosts Micky Shearon and Matt Beutner sit down with some of the incredible students who represented the Granbury Theatre Academy at Junior Theatre Festival Atlanta and JTF West in Sacramento. These talented young performers share what it was like to perform their 15-minute cut of Madagascar Jr., work with Broadway professionals, and connect with thousands of theatre kids from around the world. 🌎✨ You'll hear about: 🎭 Performing at the largest musical theatre festival in the world 🏆 GTC students earning Outstanding Performance and All-Star honors 🎤 Workshops with Broadway professionals 🤝 Making lifelong friendships with theatre kids from across the country 🦁 Playing larger-than-life characters like Alex the Lion, Gloria the Hippo, and Melman the Giraffe Plus, Micky and Matt talk about opening weekend of Anything Goes at the historic Granbury Opera House and what’s coming next for the Granbury Theatre Academy. If you love theatre, performing, or just hearing passionate young artists talk about what they love, this episode is for you! 🎟 See a show at the Granbury Opera House: https://www.granburytheatrecompany.org 🎓 Learn more about Granbury Theatre Academy & JTF: https://granburytheatreacademy.org [https://granburytheatreacademy.org] ⭐ Don’t forget to: 👍 Like 🔔 Subscribe 💬 Comment and tell us your favorite theatre memory!

AUGTC S3 E2 | ANYTHING GOES Behind the Curtain! Tap, Tunes & Total Chaos 🎭✨

🚢🎙️ TAP SHOES. COLE PORTER. PURE BROADWAY FUN. Season 3, Episode 2 of Acting Up with GTC is here — and we’re going behind the scenes of Anything Goes at the Historic Granbury Opera House! Micky and Matt sit down with director Jay Lewis and cast members Sophie Warren (Reno Sweeney) and Jake Hamilton (Billy Crocker) to talk: 🎶 Iconic Cole Porter songs you already know 👞 Big, bold tap numbers 😂 Zany disguises and classic Golden Age comedy 🏆 JTF celebrations …and a little remote podcast chaos for good measure If you love classic Broadway, big vocals, fast-paced comedy, and a show that’s simply FUN for the sake of fun — this episode (and this production) is for you. 🎟️ Anything Goes 📅 February 27 – March 22 📍 Granbury Opera House 🌐 granburytheatrecompany.org 📞 817-579-0952 Listen now — then come see it live. Because on this ship… anything goes! 🎭✨ #ActingUpWithGTC #GranburyTheatreCompany #AnythingGoes #ColePorter #BroadwayOnTheBrazos #GranburyTX #PodcastLife #LiveTheatre Chapters 00:00Introduction to Acting Up Podcast 01:50Upcoming Events and Productions 06:00Junior Theater Festival Experience 11:18Cast and Director Insights on Anything Goes 13:42Rehearsal Progress and Character Exploration 21:47Character Dynamics and Themes in Anything Goes 24:15Exploring Eli Whitney's Character 26:08The Joy of Directing Musical Theater 27:59Memorable Productions and Personal Experiences 30:51The Cast's Journey in Theater 34:20Anticipation for the Upcoming Show 36:57Family-Friendly Fun in Musical Theater 39:48Behind the Scenes of 'Anything Goes'

AUGTC S3 E1 | Season 3 Begins! JTF Atlanta, Baskerville, & What’s Ahead at the Opera House

🎧✨ Season 3 of Acting Up with GTC starts now! ✨🎧 We’re kicking off Season 3 with a high-energy episode packed with theatre news, behind-the-scenes stories, and a look at what’s ahead in 2026 at the historic Granbury Opera House. In this episode, we: 🎭 Preview Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery 🕵️‍♂️ Chat with the show’s director and cast 🎶 Talk Junior Theater Festival (JTF) Atlanta and our incredible students 🎟️ Break down what’s coming up next on the GTC stage Whether you’re a longtime Granbury Theatre Company supporter or discovering us for the first time, this episode sets the tone for a BIG Season 3 full of stories, laughter, and a little theatrical chaos. 🎙️ Listen now and join us for the journey! #ActingUpWithGTC #GranburyTheatreCompany #GranburyOperaHouse #BroadwayOnTheBrazos #TheatrePodcast #CommunityTheatre #Season3 #Baskerville #JTFAtlanta 🎧🎭✨ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Acting Up with GTC 01:50 The Busy Season at Granbury Theatre 05:01 Upcoming Productions and Auditions 06:47 Baskerville: A Unique Take on Sherlock Holmes 09:41 Meet the Cast of Baskerville 15:02 The Challenges of Playing Sherlock Holmes 22:25 Favorite Sherlock Holmes Stories 23:17 The Enduring Legacy of Sherlock Holmes 29:00 Why You Should See Baskerville 32:36 Sherlock Holmes Trivia Fun 35:40 Upcoming Productions and Events