SKAMnanigans: The Theatre SKAM Podcast, brings you into the whimsical and wacky world of theatre! Join us to hear about all things theatre in Victoria BC, the Traditional Territories of the lək̓ʷəŋən people. Listen to behind-the-scenes exclusives, lively roundtable discussions, amusing insights into the Theatre SKAM universe, and on-location interviews at SKAM events.
Whether you’re a seasoned theatre aficionado or just dipping your toes into the world of drama, join us on SKAMnanigans for a rollercoaster ride of entertainment, enlightenment, and endless fun. Let the SKAMnanigans begin!
Episodes of SKAMnanigans: The Theatre SKAM Podcast will vary in subject matter. There will be:
- Interviews and roundtable discussions: Learn more about SKAM artists and the local theatre ecology.
- Behind The Scenes: Exclusive insight into the who, what, and why of SKAM projects.
- Live and In-Person: On-location interviews and discussions at SKAM events.
- Creative: Exciting new radio plays, audio dramas, and sound-based experiences.
You can listen to the podcast on Amazon Music, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or down below.
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S1E2 – Victoria One Act Play Festival – Interview with Kurt Archer
Join us in conversation with Kurt Archer, founder of Between Words Theatre and Producer of the Victoria One Act Play Festival. Hear what‘s in store for the second annual festival celebrating exciting new work in our community.
S1E3 – Victoria One Act Play Festival –
Interview with Molly Jamin & Erin Bess
Join us in conversation with Molly Jamin (playwright) and Erin Bess (actor) from the play Scruples, presented by timetheft theatre at the Victoria One Act Play Festival. Learn more about the play Scruples and what it’s like to be an artist in the festival.
S1E4 – Victoria One Act Play Festival –
Interview with Annie Konstantinov & Nicholas Guerreiro
Join us in conversation with Annie Konstantinov and Nicholas Guerreiro, Co-Creators and Performers of Consider the Dongfish, presented by Bragi Theatre at the Victoria One Act Play Festival. Learn more about Bragi Theatre, the play Consider the Dongfish, and what it’s like to be an artist in Victoria.
S1E5 – SKAMpede Festival – Interview with SNAFU & Cowboy
Join us in conversation with SNAFU Society of Unexpected Spectacles’ Kathleen Greenfield, Jeni Luther, Lauren Ball, and Islay McKechnie (who’s also part of Cowboy). Hear about the upcoming SKAMpede shows The Great Triscuit Heist and Fast Bus, plus, gain valuable insight into how you can start creating site-responsive theatre.
S1E6 – SKAMpede Festival – Interview with Tamarack Neurodivergent Theatre
Join us in conversation with Nancy Curry and Iris Gray from Tamarack Neurodivergent Theatre. Learn more about the company and hear about their upcoming SKAMpede show, Defending the Planet.
www.tamaracktheatre.org
www.meetup.com/autism-victoria
S1E7 – Live & In-Person – SKAMpede Festival
Join Artistic Producer Logan Swain on a Live and In-Person journey along the SKAMpede 2024 trails. Hear from artists, audience members, and festival staff about their SKAMpede experience.
S1E8 – SKAMpede Festival – Interview with The Sustainable Fox
Join us in conversation with Sadie Fox of The Sustainable Fox. Hear about Sadie’s approach to sustainable living and the ways The Sustainable Fox has helped SKAM reduce our waste at SKAMpede for the past 6 years.
S1E9 – Victoria Fringe Festival – Artist Interviews Pt. 1
Join us in conversation with the artists behind three of the shows on offer at the 2024 Victoria Fringe Festival.
Sarah Ivanco and Erik Karklins of The Lighter Touch Art Collective, When Fern Flowers Bloom
• Starts at 1:13
thelightertouch.ca
Dave Morris, 52 Stories
• Starts at 12:54
davemorris.tv
Tor Lukasik-Foss of Hamilton 7, New Wave Your Behaviour
• Starts at 31:28
torlukasikfoss.ca
S1E10 – Victoria Fringe Festival – Artist Interviews Pt. 2
Join us in conversation with the artists behind four of the shows on offer at the 2024 Victoria Fringe Festival.
Ciarán Volke and Islay McKechnie of Cowboy, ciarán and islay make coffee
• Starts at 1:27
Maddy Hooson-Kirstein and Kaylee Cavanagh of Alectoria Productions, Nothing Crazy’s Gonna Happen
• Starts at 15:57
Laura Nerenberg of Zaria Productions, Jewish-ish
• Starts at 32:27
www.lauranerenberg.com
El Newell and Morgan Christopher of timetheft theatre, Our Lady, Star of the Sea
• Starts at 49:08
S1E11 – Victoria Fringe Festival – Recap
Join Logan and Branden for a casual conversation about the 2024 Victoria Fringe Festival. Plus, excerpts from our interviews with Dave Morris, Ciarán Volke and Islay McKechnie of Cowboy, Sarah Ivanco and Erik Karklins of The Lighter Touch Art Collective, and Tor Lukasik-Foss of Hamilton 7.
S1E12 – Interviews with Indie Producers – Thomas Moore and Kevin Eastman
Join us as we sit down with two independent producers presenting work this September.
Thomas Moore of timetheft Theatre discusses their production of Samuel Beckett’s Endgame.
Kevin Eastman discusses Field Research, a double-bill one-act play event.
S1E14 – Live Interview With Atomic Vaudeville
In this week’s episode, Branden visits Atomic Vaudeville live at a rehearsal for their upcoming cabaret CRONE-O-PHOBIA.
atomicvaudeville.com
Are you in? skam.ca
S1E15 – SKAM Satellite Series – Interviews with SNAFU & iuvenis Productions
In this week’s episode, Logan takes over the mic to get you interviews with SNAFU Society of Unexpected Spectacles and iuvenis Productions as they prepare to take the stage in the SKAM Satellite Series!
Are you in? skam.ca
S1E16 – Season One Wrap Up
In this week’s episode, Branden and Logan reflect on the first season of SKAMnanigans, sharing their favourite moments, give behind the scene insights, and hint at what’s to come in season two.
Are you in? skam.ca