In the Limelight

By American Stage

Welcome to "In the Limelight" — a podcast by American Stage. If you're here, you probably have a heart for art and a need to get the scoop on Tampa Bay happenings. Join our hosts: drag queen, actor, and hilarious human being Matthew McGee and Director of Education José Avilés for an explosion of relevant arts, culture, and St. Pete shenanigans each episode.

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Episode 5: Spilling the Tea

In the Limelight Feb 17, 2023

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Episode 5: Spilling the Tea

Matt McGee and American Stage's "The Colored Museum" star Jemier Jenkins tackle diversity in drag, acting with no training, open relationships, and so much more. Stick around for the tea.

Feb 17, 202352:23

Episode 4: Eggs-istential Crisis

Since <strong>José's temporarily run off to join the circus as their star trapeze artist, we have Avery Anderson, the American Stage director of marketing co-hosting with Matt. We'll chat with Michael Raabe, freeFall musical director and St. Pete music man, and meet a very serene chicken from the Ybor Misfits Chicken Microsanctuary. Her name is Charlotte and she is wearing a diaper. Plus, love, career, and lip-sync advice from our hosts. </strong>

Dec 13, 202239:60

Episode 3: So Many St. Pete things!

Heeey listeners! In this episode of "In the Limelight" our hosts interview comedian Dan Bakst, 'The Burdens" actors, and dish about St. Pete tea, including The Wet Spot opening and MIZE Gallery closing. Stay in the loop, and stick around for the laughs.

Nov 15, 202234:47

Episode 2: Spooky Queens

Hello St. Pete! It's October and we know that because Matthew has on his Elvira t-shirt. On this episode of "In the Limelight" Matthew and José interview "Conjuring III" and Marvel's "Werewolf by Night" actress <strong>Eugenie Bondurant. We take a look at two October productions of "The Drowsy Chaperone" and get a look at St. Pete's most costly date - a St. Pete Moodboard charity event.</strong>

Oct 13, 202245:51

Episode 1: Punk Rock Introductions

Hey "In the Limelight" listeners! This is our first episode, and we're ready to introduce you to our two hosts, drag queen and actor Matthew McGee, and American Stage Director of Education José Avilés. They're diving into American Stage's latest production, a punk rock opera by the name of "Green Day's American Idiot." We'll meet director Gavin Hawk and Nathan David Smith, the actor that plays "Will." If you like funky art, Meatyard is pleased to meet you. Discover the artist whose family is the inspiration behind Ybor working art space, Meatyard Ybor. Plus, should Matthew be publicly scored for not listening to Beyoncé's latest album? Listen in to find out.

Oct 13, 202243:46