James Madison University: Centering the Arts

Episode 1: Kyle Hackett

James Madison University — Fri, 08 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0000

A conversation with painter Kyle Hackett.

See the show notes with links mentioned in this episode at https://j.mu/arts/ocp/programs/podcast.shtml

Episode 2: Rachel Rhoades

James Madison University — Mon, 18 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Theater educator Rachel Rhoades talks about her practice and philosophy in the theater arts.

See the show notes with links mentioned in this episode at https://j.mu/arts/ocp/programs/podcast.shtml

Episode 3: Judith Ofcarcik

James Madison University — Tue, 03 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000

A conversation with music theorist Judith Ofcarcik.

See the show notes with links mentioned in this episode at https://j.mu/arts/ocp/programs/podcast.shtml

Episode 4: What is the Office of Creative Propulsion? With David Stringham

James Madison University — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Executive Director David Stringham demystifies the Office of Creative Propulsion.

See the show notes with links mentioned in this episode at https://j.mu/arts/ocp/programs/podcast.shtml

Episode 5: Jessica Del Vecchio and Eamonn Farrell

James Madison University — Fri, 03 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000

A chat with feminist theatre scholar Jessica Del Vecchio and theatre-maker-video-designer Eamonn Farrell.

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Episode 6: Akhila Khanna

James Madison University — Fri, 28 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000

JMU student Lauren Calvin interviews applied theatre practitioner Akhila Khanna.

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Episode 7: Brisa Areli Muñoz

James Madison University — Fri, 04 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000

In Episode 2 of the Global Student Interview Series, JMU student Juleanna Green interviewed Brisa Areli Muñoz, the Artistic Director of Musical Theatre Factory.

See the show notes with links mentioned in this episode at https://j.mu/arts/ocp/programs/podcast.shtml

Episode 8: Gail A. Burton

James Madison University — Fri, 18 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000

In this third episode of the Global Student Interview Series, JMU student Aamirah McDonald interviewed guest Gail A. Burton, a prolific community educator, member of the Theatre of the Oppressed Laboratory Collective, and recipient of the Black Butterfly Leadership Award and the Cambridge Peace Award.

See the show notes with links mentioned in this episode at https://j.mu/arts/ocp/programs/podcast.shtml

Episode 9: Nancy Franco

James Madison University — Tue, 29 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000

In this fourth episode of the Global Student Interview Series, JMU student Grace Altman interviewed Nancy Franco, a theatre educator and director currently researching how theatre impacted theatre makers as children.

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Episode 10: Priscilla Flores

James Madison University — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +0000

In this fifth episode of the Global Student Interview Series, JMU student Karson Bruce interviews Priscilla Flores, a native New Yorker who creates and facilitates programming with City Univerty of New York Creative Arts Teams.

See the show notes with links mentioned in this episode at https://j.mu/arts/ocp/programs/podcast.shtml

Episode 11: Rachel Jacobs

James Madison University — Wed, 27 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +0000

JMU Theatre student Kara Handy interviews Academic, Activist, and Artist Rachael Jacobs on her work in creating decolonized approaches to embodied learning.

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Episode 12: Dr. Sylvan Baker

James Madison University — Thu, 28 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +0000

JMU Theatre Student Abby Kelley interviews Researcher and Practitioner Dr. Sylvan Baker on his work in Applied Theatre as well as the importance of collaboration between researchers and participants.

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Episode 13: Wan-Jung Wang

James Madison University — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

JMU Student Katelyn Penenburgh interviews Wan-Jung Wang to discuss her work in Applied Theatre and as a experienced Community Theatre and Oral History practitioner.

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Special Episode: The Haunted Stages (pt. 1):

James Madison University — Wed, 16 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Sanskrit Theatre, Sans Women

See the show notes with links mentioned in this episode at https://j.mu/theatredance/people/merhi-mona.shtml

Special Episode: The Haunted Stages (pt. 2)

James Madison University — Fri, 01 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Promenade Theatre

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Episode 14: Kate Lumpkin

James Madison University — Fri, 15 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000

JMU Performing Arts Administrative Specialist, Haley Davis interviews Kate Lumpkin to discuss her work in theatre and her vocational journey that defied traditional expectation.

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Special Episode: A Discussion about Incarcerated Youth and Visual Art featuring Dr. Melissa Švigelj

James Madison University — Wed, 04 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000

In connection to a recent exhibition in OCP's home office, Dr. Melissa Švigelg shares her experience in academia, arts access, and working with incarcerated youth including seeking a grant to give the incarcerated youth access to arts opportunities.

See the show notes with links mentioned in this episode at https://j.mu/justicestudies/faculty/svigelj-melissa.shtml

Episode 15: Gui Hwan Lee

James Madison University — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000

JMU Performing Arts Administrative Specialist, Haley Davis interviews interviews Gui Hwan Lee to discuss integrative arts and his scholarship in music theory.

See the show notes with links mentioned in this episode at https://j.mu/music/people/profiles/lee-gui-hwan.shtml

Episode 16: SangJun Yoo

James Madison University — Wed, 26 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000

JMU Performing Arts Administrative Specialist Haley Davis interviews Graphic Design Professor SangJun Yoo to discuss interdisciplinary approaches to his work.

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Episode 17: Simon Marland

James Madison University — Wed, 05 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

JMU Performing Arts Administrative Specialist Haley Davis interviews Assistant Professor of Sound Design Simon Marland to discuss interdisciplinary path to his teaching methodology and art making.

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Episode 18: A Discussion with Megan Frigerio, student director of Jesus Christ Superstar

James Madison University — Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000

OCP intern Nicholas Ferreira interviews Megan Frigerio to discuss the upcoming production of Jesus Christ Superstar.

Episode 19: Masa Ishikawa

James Madison University — Fri, 14 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000

JMU Performing Arts Specialist Haley Davis interviews Masa Ishikawa on his career in the arts.

Episode 20: A discussion with Amy Jo Lee, student director of Romeo and Juliet

James Madison University — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000

OCP intern Nicholas Ferreira discusses the recent production of Romeo and Juliet.

Epsiode 21: A discussion with Ainsley McNatt, student director of Pillow Talk

James Madison University — Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000

OCP intern Nicholas Ferreira discusses the recent production of Pillow Talk with director Ainsley McNatt

Episode 22: Masa Ishikawa Releases New Album "Migration"

James Madison University — Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Host Haley Davis interviews Dr. Masa Ishikawa on his upcoming album titled "Migration"

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Episode 23: Tom Carr

James Madison University — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Host Haley Davis interviews Tom Carr, Recording Engineer and Sound Designer for the Forbes Center for the Performing Arts, retired in 2025

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Episode 24: Bobby Vaziri Releases New Album "The Farmer and the Mule"

James Madison University — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Host Haley David interviews Dr. Bobby Vaziri, Associate Professor in the College of Business and singer-songwriter for the band Vintage Harmonic Symphony

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Episode 25: Andrew George, Matt Donohue, and Caleb Harris on Dogpile and MacRock

James Madison University — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

OCP Intern Devin White discusses Harrisonburg music festivals, Dogpile and MacRock, with WXJM Program Director Andrew George, HMC President Matt Donohue, and WXJM Zine Editor Caleb Harris.

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Episode 26: Brandon Stees, Aamirah McDonald, and Amy Birdsong on "A Hero's Journey"

James Madison University — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Host Haley Davis interviews the creative team behind the Fall '25 Concert Band's mythology-inspired collaborative concert titled "A Hero's Journey"

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