Best Story Theater Comany Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 48: STC Alum Ben Eyles 8:38

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21h ago8:38

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Today we talk we Ben Eyles, an STC alum, about his winding path from STC to Walt Disney World. Ben and Maggie discuss how his roles in Charlotte's Web and Aladdin at STC and his gymnastics career at the University of Minnesota prepared him for his current role in Festival of the Lion King in Orlando.…

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Episode 47: STC Alum Ember Biggs 18:38

8d ago18:38

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Today, we continue our series of discussions with STC alum when Ember Biggs stops by to chat with Maggie about his experience in Los Angeles with The Groundlings and Upright Citizens Brigade. Ember they talk about the preparation behind the scenes of Ember's sketch show, last weekend in Nevada.By Story Theater Company, Ames, Iowa

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Episode 46: STC Alums Amelia Yoder & Harvey Haggas 13:16

15d ago13:16

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This summer we are excited to be hosting a series of podcasts talking with alums about their experiences after STC. Theatre offers a variety of paths after high school and we'll hear from quite a few. For the first show, Maggie keeps it close to home and talks to Harvey Haggas and Amelia Yoder about their time at the University of Iowa.…

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Episode 45: Gregorio and the 2024-25 Season Recap 25:34

22d ago25:34

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This week, we look back on the 24-25 season with our very esteemed guest, Gregorio the Crow who discusses his off-off-off-off Broadway work that eventually led him to STC. G-the-C offers his unique perspective on the most recent STC season, from his roles on-stage and in the wings (pun intended). Click here for Sketch Ado Tickets or copy and paste …

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Episode 44: The Descendants' Kara Harding as Mal and Goldie Poole as Evie 11:01

29d ago11:01

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We drop the curtain on The Descendants this weekend, but first, Maggie stopped by the city auditorium last week before opening night to talk with Mal (Kara Harding) and Evie (Goldie Poole) about the experiences and excitement before we close the door on another STC season.By Story Theater Company, Ames, Iowa

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Episode 43: The Descendants' Ella Grail as Jane and Elodie Grail as Coach 14:14

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It's Tech Week, y'all! Maggie talks with STC veterans Ella Grail and Elodie Biggs, who play Jane and Coach in The Descendants which opens this week. They talk about their many experiences over the years and what audiences can expect when the show takes over the City Auditorium this week.

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Episode 42: Amelia Anderson as Aladdin & Jasmine's daughter Adi and Brooks Cunningham as Maurice 13:32

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Maggie continues speaking with The Descendants cast. This week she's talking to "Crazy Ol' Maurice" played by Brooks Cunningham and Aladdin and Jasmine's daughter Adi, played by Amelia Anderson. They talk about how the excitement is ramping up as the rehearsal days dwindle. The three of them also kick around some STC dream projects.…

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Episode 41: Rosco Van Berkum as Smitten Kid and Trillium Hayslett as Agasthya in The Descedants 7:24

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This week we talk to Trillium Hayslett and Rosco Van Berkum about their STC experiences in The Descendants and other shows including Finding Nemo and Oliver Jr.By Story Theater Company, Ames, Iowa

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Episode 40: Actor Charlie Huntington as Ben in the The Descedants 5:44

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Maggie stops by rehearsal for her first cast interview with Charlie Huntington who plays Belle and the Beast's son, Ben in the Descendants. They talk about the audition and rehearsal processes and how things are looking for the show that opens in about three weeks.By Story Theater Company, Ames, Iowa

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Episode 39: The Descendants Scene/Projection Designer, Tara Gartin & Set Builder, Keri Katz 15:23

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This week Maggie sets the stage with the Scene and Set Designer for Descendants, Tara Gartin and Set Builder, Keri Katz. They talk about the new builds called for in The Descendants and how they work together to provide the backdrop for the story of the infamous Disney villain offspring.By Story Theater Company, Ames, Iowa

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Episode 38: Cathy Divine-Koch, The Descendants Costume Designer 12:31

2M ago12:31

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This week Maggie heads into the racks to talk with The Descendants costume designer, Cathy Divine-Koch. This Disney show comes with a world filled with expectations and challenges. Staying true to the Disney brand, but also flexing creativity is discussed along with the process, from concept to stage.…

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Episode 37: AJ Speck, Music Director for the Descendants 11:15

3M ago11:15

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This week Maggie gets in-tune with The Descendants music director, AJ Speck. They talk about auditions, rehearsals and the challenges of making Disney's evil offpring sound good.By Story Theater Company, Ames, Iowa

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Episode 36: Morgan Reetz, The Descendants Director 11:04

3M ago11:04

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Maggie welcomes back Eduction Director, Morgan Reetz to talk about her newest STC hat, director of Disney's The Descendants. Rehearsals are rolling and Morgan talks about her process in breaking down a musical and how her education has influenced her approach to this exciting new gig.By Story Theater Company, Ames, Iowa

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Episode 35: Kenedy Panosh, Stage Manager for The Descendants 7:22

3M ago7:22

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This week Maggie talks to stage manager, Kenedy Panosh about her path and history with STC and dives into the details of what exactly a stage manager does. They also discuss the early rehearsals of the The Descendants and what's coming for for the cast and crew.By Story Theater Company, Ames, Iowa

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Episode 34: Elise Cameron, The Descendants Choreographer 10:28

3M ago10:28

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New week, new show! With the teen show in the rearview mirror, STC turn its focus to Disney's The Descendants. Maggie Haggas is back in the hosting chair to talk with Elise Cameron about her favorite shows and why she thinks anyone can dance if their heart is it.By Story Theater Company, Ames, Iowa

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Episode 33: Off This Week to Recover from the Teen Show 0:25

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Theater Stories is off this week as we transition from the Teen Show to The Descendants. See you next week!By Story Theater Company, Ames, Iowa