Cue to Cue: A Podcast Highlighting Eastern North Carolina Theater

Ever wonder what happens behind the curtain of community theater in Eastern North Carolina? This podcast features actors, directors, tech crews, teachers, and the art that inspires them to keep theater alive in Nash and Wilson Counties.

Cue to Cue: A Podcast Highlighting Eastern North Carolina Theater is a arts podcast hosted by Matthew McKellar, with 8 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Matthew McKellar hosts Cue to Cue: A Podcast Highlighting Eastern North Carolina Theater, a arts show with 8 episodes published.

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  Episode #7

  Khatari Lane: NextUp Theatre Company, DPAC Rising Star Awards, and Godspell

  Jun 9, 202624 minS1

  Local theatre performer, director, and producer Khatari Lane discusses how he got into theatre, his production company, NextUp Theatre and its summer camp for Shrek, Jr., his experience with the DPAC Rising Stars Awards, and music directing the Imperial Centre's upcoming summer production of Godspell. Takeaways The importance of theater for preteens The role of volunteers in musical theater Be intentional when on stage DPAC Rising Star Awards https://www.dpacnc.com/community/dpac-rising-star-awards Godspell Imperial Centre, Rocky Mount July 17-19, July 24-26 2026 https://imperialcentre.org/theatre/upcoming/ NextUp Theatre Company https://www.facebook.com/p/NextUp-Theatre-Company-61566918926322/

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  Episode #6

  Bridges of Madison County with Seth Greene

  May 11, 202635 minS1

  <p>Matt and Seth discuss Playhouse of Wilson's upcoming production of The Bridges of Madison County, The Musical. Seth discusses his philosophy regarding taking artistic liberties in performances. </p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p>Love for theaterTaking artistic liberties<p></p><p>Bridges of Madison County, The Musical</p><p>Edna Boykin Cultural Center</p><p>Wilson, North Carolina</p><p>Friday, May 29 and Saturday May 30 at 7:30 PM</p><p>Sunday, May 31 at 3:00 PM</p><p></p><p>Playhouse of Wilson: https://www.playhouseofwilson.com/productions</p><p></p><p>Tickets: https://wilsonarts.com/tickets/?_gl=1*oja8sb*_ga*NjM0...

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  Episode #5

  Sweeney Todd with Director David Winstead

  Apr 30, 202612 minS1

  <p>On today's episode, Matthew interviews David Winstead, the President of S2P2, Inc., and they discuss S2P2's upcoming production of Sweeney Todd. The conversation covers the introduction to S2P2 and Sweeney Todd, directing style and collaboration, the importance of table work rehearsals, mental and physical preparation for acting, and an overview of Sweeney Todd as a dark comedy with themes of revenge and madness.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p>Collaborative directing styleSignificance of table work rehearsals<p></p><p>Sweeney Todd </p><p>https://wilsonarts.com/event/s2p2-inc-presents-sweeney-todd-2/</p><p>Edna Boykin Center<...

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  Cue to Cue: A Podcast Highlighting Eastern North Carolina Theater

  Shrek the Musical with Jillian Hale (Fiona) and Matthew McKellar (Shrek)

  Apr 16, 202627 minS0

  <p>Matt (Shrek) and Jillian Hale (Fiona) discuss their roles in Nash Central High School's upcoming production of Shrek the Musical. Jillian also shares her journey in theater, from early experiences to favorite roles and the challenges of performing. She provides insights into the adaptation of Shrek to Broadway, the rehearsal process, and the message of acceptance in the show. Jillian also offers advice for aspiring performers and invites the audience to attend Shrek the Musical this week:</p><p></p><p>April 16-18 at 7:00pm</p><p>Imperial Centre</p><p>Rocky Mount, NC</p><p></p><p>Tickets...

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  Episode #3

  Director Seth Penwell and Tar Heel Tales

  Apr 9, 202624 minS1

  <p>Director Seth Penwell discusses ACT! for Youth's production of Tar Heel Tales. He also discusses directing, balancing drama and comedy in theater, teaching and directing youth in theater, directing SpongeBob, theater challenges and uncertainties, and advice for young actors.</p><p></p><p>Tar Heel Tales-</p><p>Edna Boykin Cultural Center</p><p>Wilson, North Carolina</p><p>Friday, April 10 at 7pm</p><p>Saturday, April 11 at 2pm</p><p>Sunday, April 12 at 3pm</p><p></p><p>Tickets: https://wilsonartsnc.square.site/product/act-for-youth-presents-tarheel-tales-advance-/52QRSEG5MCVOJY5TBEKZ6UOQ?cs=true&cst=custom</p><p></p><p>Get...

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