Actor/Singer/Writer/Activist/Fool, Bear Bellinger, returns to Chicago Artist Circle to discuss his theatrical past and present. From his youth choir days and high school musical stardom to memorable performances and all things...

One of Chicago Theatre's foremost leading ladies, Erica Stephan, discusses her journey from growing up in the burbs of Chicago, nerding out over the theatre scene, to eventually sharing the stage with so many of the very artists she nerded out ...

Local cinephile and performance art legend, Alex Grelle, shares his journey as Missourian and Chicagoan. From a life-changing production of AH, WILDERNESS in his youth to producing life-changing work of his own, Alex has solidified himself as o...

Actor/Singer/Dancer/Fool, Eric Lewis, shares tales of tour life, his most memorable projects, and growing up in the church in Chicago. It is here that we begin this Jeff Award winning actor's campaign to play the title role in THE PHAN...

The multifaceted super human, Brittney Brown, shares her journey to Chicago by way of Kentucky, Indiana and Decatur, IL. From grammar school talent shows to landing dream roles and working behind the table, Brittney continues to make her mark i...

Chicago powerhouses and power couple, Vasily Deris and Sophie Grimm, share tales of jobs won, love found, and dreams realized. 

Actor/singer, Teressa LaGamba, shares her journey from Pittsburgh to Chicago, by way of Columbia College. From being one of three narrators in JOSEPH her freshman year of H.S. to starring as Audrey in Paramount Theatre's LITTLE SHOP- Teressa co...

A very special re-release celebrating the 5th anniversary of Chicago Artist Circle. This premiere episode made its debut on January 24th, 2019. For the first time in podcast form- a gathering with Chicago's finest leading ladies. 

Director/Producer, Derek Van Barham, takes us through his journey to becoming one of Chicago Theatre’s most prolific artists. From video store rentals and his time as a Christian Puppeteer to Grad School and directing one of the hottest tickets...

Recently married dream team, Landree Fleming (She/Her) and August Forman (They/Them), share tales of small town living, church plays and Celine Dion. From personal triumphs and proud moments shared to projects yet to come, Lan...

Actor/Singer, Deanna Reed-Foster, born and raised on the Southside of Chicago, shares her journey from HS choir to seeing her first play at 21 to Laurence Fishburne playing her husband on the big screen. A Jeff Award winner for her lau...

Actor/Singer/Director, Rob Lindley(he/him), has called Chicago home for 25 years. From his church-going days in small-town Iowa to memorable performances in the big city, Rob continues to balance his life as an actor with an ever-growi...

The dynamic dream team of Justin Brill and Shanna VanDerwerker share not only how they came to be as a couple, but also how they individually began their journeys as artists. From youth theatre days and dance competitions to Broadway debuts and...

Actor/Singer, Danielle Davis(she/her), takes us through her South Side of Chicago roots. From her all-girls Catholic High School days to understudying Felicia Fields to making a name for herself as one of the most dynamic arti...

Actor/Singer/Filmmaker/Make-up Artist, Khaki Pixley(she/her), takes us through her multifaceted life and career in Chicago. From her break-out turn in a Sondheim musical, to her thriving Make-up business, to her first leading ...

Actor/Writer, Will Wilhelm (they/them), shares their experience creating multiple genderqueer characters as a resident actor for the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, leading them to their current project- Gender Play, or what you Will-...

Director/Choreographer, Brenda Didier(she/her), shares her journey from a life-changing ballet recital to being one of the most sought after artists in town. Between her most memorable shows, unforgettable auditions, and a chance meeti...

Originally from Garfield Park, Actor/Singer, Lorenzo Rush Jr.(he/him), shares his journey from pre-teen Daddy Warbucks and honing skills at Western Illinois University to an award-winning career in Chicago. While he’s already hit many ...

"America's live-singing, tap-dancing, roller-skating Queen of Camp", Alexis P. Bevels(she/her), shares her journey to glory and fame, via early Sarah Jessica Parker inspirations, shiny Musical Theatre beginnings and a desire to create ...

Actor/Singer/Comedienne, Veronica Garza(she/her), dressed as Mary Catherine Gallagher in 7th Grade and the rest is history. From Christmas shows to wedding bells to a booming nail business, Veronica shares the importance of boundaries ...

Actor/Singer/Director, Donterrio Johnson(he/him), though born and raised in the Chicago area, spent 10+ years in California falling in love with theatre, learning the craft, and honing new skills. He shares his journey away from Chicag...

For Actor/Singer, Andrea Prestinario(she/her), NY is home, but she will always be “Chicago grown.”  From her early show choir days to theatrical break out moments in High School, College and beyond, Andrea also shares how Ring of Keys<...

Jesus Perez(he/him) shares highlights from his multi-faceted career as a designer, director, actor, and writer. Hear of Jesus's beginnings and breakouts as an actor, what led to his eventual work as an award-winning costume designer an...

For Actor/Singer, Tommy Bullington(he/him), Theatre has always been a bright spot, a saving grace. Originally from Franklin, IN and a graduate of Ball State University, he shares his determined journey to Chicago and the moments that h...

Actor/Singer, Jonathan Butler-Duplessis(he/him) and Actor/Composer, Kathleen Butler-Duplessis(she/her), share tales of early inspirations, high school musical stardom, first Chicago credits, and how their love blossomed thanks to one of the mos...