Learn and be inspired by Mark Costello and Justin Schmitz as they share the intricacies and creativity behind their sound, media and lighting designs. Their beautiful work at 1st Stage are nomited for Helen Hayes Awards!

Lolita Marie shares her story of her start in the theater. Her Helen Hayes nomination means much to her as an actor who did not start in the industry until she reached her 30's. She is to be admired for her artistry and excellence!

Listen to the charming and engaging actor Jacob Yeh as he recounts stories on all his Helen Hayes nominations and his success with the 1st Stage production of Birthday Candles. The warm and witty production is nominated for a total of three awards.

Be impressed by the young media and lighting designer Luis Garcia as he shares his artistic approach in designing shows for two acclaimed productions from Theater Alliance and Spooky Action Theater.

Casey Kaleba and Adam Poss share their passion for theater and the hard work in staging Rules for Living and The Inheritance Parts 1 & 2, respectively. Their sensibilities and regard for theater are inspiring.

Listen to Kimberly Gilbert as she shares her thoughts on the development of her character Heidi from What the Constitution Means to Me--a provocative commentary on the threats to the US democracy.

Sound designer Kenny Neal talks about the range of sound design projects he has created to lift the theater experience. He is nominated for sound design for Adventure Theater's production of Not Your Mother's Goose.

Two remarkable artists, John Langs and David Gow, share their memories as students of the School of Drama at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts and the important influence mentors had for them.