In this episode, we spotlight three passionate high school seniors as they take their final bow in high school and step into the spotlight of college theatre programs. From intensive training to the nerve-wracking audition circuit, they share the highs, lows, and everything in between of their journey to being accepted into top MT programs. Whether you're a future theatre major or just curious about the process, this episode pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to make it in the world of collegiate theatre.

In this special episode, we sit down with Mariah Burks, a standout cast member in the national tour of CLUE, playing the role of the Cook in the hilariously suspenseful stage adaptation of the beloved board game and cult-classic film. A proud Bowling Green State University Theatre alum, Mariah shares her journey from local stages like Waterville Playshop and 3B Productions to the national spotlight, and what it means to bring this laugh-out-loud murder mystery home to Toledo.

With CLUE set to take over the Stranahan Theater from May 6–11 as part of the 24–25 Broadway in Toledo Series, Mariah gives us a behind-the-scenes peek into the show’s outrageous antics, her favorite moments on tour, and the thrill of performing for a hometown crowd.

Tickets for CLUE are available now at BroadwayInToledo.com and StranahanTheater.com. Don't miss your chance to crack the case—who did it, where, and with what?

Performance Dates: May 6–11 | Stranahan Theater, Toledo, OH
Clue on stage. Laughter guaranteed. Murder? Optional.

n this special episode of Stage Door Podcast, we dive deep under the sea with the talented students of Springfield High School as they prepare to stage the beloved children’s story Rainbow Fish. From shimmering costumes to heartfelt messages about kindness and sharing, this production promises to enchant young audiences and inspire budding performers. Join us as we chat with the cast and crew about their creative process, what it’s like performing for kids, and how they’ve brought this colorful underwater world to life on stage. Don’t miss this peek behind the curtain of a show that's making waves in youth theatre!