SDCF Podcast Series
About: The SDCF Podcast series includes insightful and in-depth conversations about the working processes and experiences of directors and choreographers. This series features four decades of interviews and panel discussions with some of the field’s most distinguished luminaries, including Hal Prince and Lloyd Richards. Recent episodes include conversations with such notable artists as Anne Kauffman, Raja Feather Kelly, Seret Scott, Leigh Silverman, Twyla Tharp, and Mark Valdez. Dive into our archives to hear the story of the American theatre, told by those who helped create its history and are charting the course of its future.
Feel free to search for episodes using relevant search terms, or peruse the following categories:
● Awards
● Choreographers in Conversation
● Choreography
● Direction
● In Motion with Wendy Seyb
● Issues
● One-on-One Conversations
● Producing
● Regional Originals with M. Graham Smith
● Shakespeare/Classics
● Technical Theatre
● The Founder’s Series with Anne Kauffman
● Writing/Composition
Please note: The conversations in these podcasts date back to 1980 and may contain language that is not representative of the Foundation’s current ethos. We believe these conversations should be made available as an educational and informative resource for theatre artists. Due to the historical nature of this podcast archive, there may be outdated language or content. Therefore, we ask listeners to reach out to us if they feel any of our podcasts need additional review due to content. Additionally, we are happy to have any of our episodes transcribed upon request.
- Update frequency
- every 16 days
- Average duration
- 70 minutes
- Episodes
- 240
- Years Active
- 2014 - 2025
Emerging Artists Symposium on Plays with Jerry Patch
On June 17, 2013, SDC Foundation hosted a symposia with the Director of Artistic Development at Manhattan Theatre Club, Jerry Patch on how new play development differs between New York and the regio…
One-on-One Conversation with Pam MacKinnon and Kathleen Marshall
On June 12, 2013, directors Pam MacKinnon and Kathleen Marshall spoke with SDCF Producing Director Ellen Rusconi about their work and career.
Generating Your Own Work
On July 22, 2013, SDCF and New York’s Culture Project co-hosted a panel discussion on generating your own work. The panel consisted of three highly regarded artists: Rachel Alderman, Leigh Fondakow…
SAGF + SDCF Panel: The New Generation of Musical Theatre
On July 8, 2013, SDCF hosted a panel discussion focused on the future of musical theatre. The panel featured writer Rick Elice, songwriter Jeff Bowen, singer/songwriter Amanda Green, director Staffor…
SDCF Podcast Series Replay: One-on-One Conversation with Joe Mantello and Thomas Kail
In June 2011, Thomas Kail sat in conversation with Joe Mantello backstage at the Golden Theater. From Mantello's dressing room, their conversation traces his arc from actor to director and back, and…
How to Use a Dramaturg
Recorded in 1989 by SDC Foundation, How to Use A Dramaturg explores the invaluable and often misunderstood position of dramaturgy in the theatrical process. Moderated by James Leverett, the panel co…
One-on-One Conversation with Sean Mathias and Derek McLane
On March 24, 2014, director Sean Mathias and designer Derek McLane sat down for a One-on-One coversation at New York’s National Opera Center. Listen as they discuss the collaborative exchange betwee…
The Cycle of Assisting
On May 20, 2013, at the Emerging Artists Symposium on Musicals, SDCF hosted a panel discussion called “The Cycle of Assisting” with dir/chor Maija Garcia and directors Shaun Peknic and Seth Sklar-He…
One-on-One Conversation with Barlett Sher and Julie Taymor
On April 29, 2014, director Anne Bogart moderated a One-on-One discussion with directors Bartlett Sher and Julie Taymor at New York’s National Opera Center. Listen as they discuss their respective ba…
On Collaboration: Marshall Mason
At the SDCF 2013 Emerging Artist Symposium on Plays on June 17, 2013, SDCF hosted legendary director Marshall Mason to speak about his extraordinary collaboration with Pulitzer Prize-winning playwrig…
Marianne Weems & Erica Laird on Directing with Technology and Music
At its 2013 Emerging Artist Symposium on Plays, SDCF hosted Artistic Director and Managing Director of The Builders Association, Marianne Weems and Erica Laird, in conversation on the process of dir…
Dan Knechtges on Directing and Choreographing New Musicals
At its 2013 Emerging Artist Symposium on Musicals, SDCF hosted Tony nominated Dan Knechtges (Lysistrata Jones, Xanadu, Spelling Bee) in conversation with Producing Director Ellen Rusconi on his exper…
A Director's Life: Creative Development and Renewal
A Director's Life: Creative Development and Renewal: On June 18, 2011, SDCF Executive Director Laura Penn moderated a panel at the TCG conference featuring Gil Cates, Curt Columbus, Jeffrey Horowitz…
One-on-One Conversation with Mary Overlie and Moisés Kaufman
Mary Overlie and Moisés Kaufman: On May 19th, 1999, Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation hosted a One-on-One Conversation with Moisés Kaufman, playwright, director and founder of Tectonic Th…
Staging Revivals: Marcia Milgrom Dodge and Chet Walker
Staging Revivals: Marcia Milgrom Dodge and Chet Walker: At the SDCF 2013 Emerging Artist Symposium on Musicals on May 20, 2013, internationally-acclaimed director/choreographers Chet Walker and Marci…
2013 Emerging Artist Symposium on Musicals: Discovering Talent and New Work with Robyn Goodman
At its 2013 Emerging Artist Symposium on Musicals, Robyn Goodman, Commercial Producer and Founder of Second Stage Theatre, spoke with SDCF Producing Director Ellen Rusconi about discovering talent an…
One-on-One Conversation with Steven Hoggett and Ryan Donovan
One-on-One Conversation with Pam MacKinnon and Kathleen Marshall
On June 12, 2013, award-winning directors Pam MacKinnon and Kathleen Marshall spoke with SDCF Producing Director Ellen Rusconi about their work and career. They discuss the nuts and bolts of the rehe…
Director/Founder
Fight Direction
Fight Direction: On April 8, 2013, Fight Directors Erica Gould and Rick Sordelet spoke with SDCF Producing Director Ellen Rusconi to discuss the responsibilities and roles of theatre's fight director…