The Story Project

The Story Project is a podcast for artists to heal through conversation, cultivate community, and create change in the industry and the world at large. Our mission is to create healthier, safer, and more supportive environments for performing artists. We focus on identifying, celebrating, and paying attention to all of the elements that make a whole artist and we offer conversations, tools, and resources to help artists prioritize their well-being.

The Story Project is a arts podcast hosted by Jessica Altchiler, with 40 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.

Jessica Altchiler hosts The Story Project, a arts show with 40 episodes published.

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  Episode #7

  On Broadway with Mariah Reives

  Jul 22, 202549 minS4

  <p>Mariah Reives is a dancer, choreographer, and entrepreneur who is currently performing in The Great Gatsby on Broadway. Her previous credits include Funny Girl on Broadway, Cassandra on the 1st National Tour of ‘Cats’ The Musical, Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, and The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon. </p><p>In today's episode, Mariah discusses her time performing on Broadway, why she stepped down as Dance Captain, and how she prioritizes her mental health. She gives advice including when NOT to get an agent, why we should focus on our weaknesses, and why she wishes she did more regional produc...

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  Episode #6

  Immersive Artistry with Clinton Edward

  Jul 8, 20251h 16mS4

  <p>Brooklyn based Clinton Edward (he/they) is a choreographer, writer, actor, educator, and creator who has been the associate choreographer on productions including the Met Gala (with headliner, Ariana Grande), and Urinetown at City Center Encores (starring Jordan Fisher and Rainn Wilson), the assistant dance captain in the original cast of Queen of the Night (off Broadway), and founder of an immersive events company.</p><p>In today's episode, Clinton shares how they've crafted their career in a way that's aligned with their desires, needs, and curiosities. He discusses the responsibilities of leadership in theater productions, what was harmful an...

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  Episode #5

  Making TV with Deepti Menon

  Jun 24, 20251h 3mS4

  <p>Deepti Menon is an actress, animator, and filmmaker whose work spans music videos, commercials with companies including Nike, Facebook and Converse, and TV roles on Law & Order (NBC), The Equalizer (CBS), and I Think You Should Leave (Netflix). In today’s episode, Deepti shares her honest insight into the entertainment industry as a performer and creator and discusses:</p><p>How she booked her television roles (and her thoughts on having an agent)</p><p>Realizing her career in animation satisfied her pull towards acting and directing</p><p>The pros and cons of self-taping, and what shifted when sh...

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  Episode #4

  Indie Filmmaking with Isabelle Barbier

  Jun 11, 202557 minS4

  <p>Writer-performer ⁠Isabelle Barbier⁠ shares all of the details of her creative process including her journey from improv to scripted projects, where all of her plentiful ideas live, how she turns an idea into a full fledged film, and the impact of professional training (acting school!) on creativity.</p><p>Isabelle and Jess discuss the importance of community and collaboration, the ins and outs of indie filmmaking, and the role of humor in addressing sensitive topics such as sexual trauma. </p><p>This episode is for you if you’ve ever been curious about making your own work, have a story...

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  Indie Filmmaking with Isabelle Barbier

  Jun 10, 202557 minS0

  <p>Writer-performer Isabelle Barbier shares all of the details of her creative process including her journey from improv to scripted projects, where all of her plentiful ideas live, how she turns an idea into a full fledged film, and the impact of professional training (acting school!) on creativity.</p><p>Isabelle and Jess discuss the importance of community and collaboration, the ins and outs of indie filmmaking, and the role of humor in addressing sensitive topics such as sexual trauma. </p><p>This episode is for you if you’ve ever been curious about making your own work, have a st...

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