Jeff Catanese, one of the founders of the Asheville Theater Alliance (ATA), returned to the show to discuss a very exciting and lucrative audition opportunity for its members - the Asheville Regional Theater Auditions (ARTA) being held on January 31 and February 1. This will provide a unique opportunity for actors, dancers, ensembles, swings, technical professionals and even volunteers/ushers to audition in one place in front of over 10 (and still counting) theater organization directors and decisionmakers. Get all the details of how to register, as well as how to sign up to become an ATA member from this interview. Jeff also outlines the many benefits of membership for both individuals and theater organizations. Audition slots are filling up so check out the website today!

What an interesting interview we had with the founder of Skysail Theatre Michelle Troszak. Hear how she got into the theater industry, her vast set of performing arts skills and expertise, where her musicals have been presented, and how she writes and composes the shows and songs. Also learn about her theater company Skysail Theatre, why she founded the organization, its mission, how she came up with the name, goals for the theater and details about some upcoming productions, including several Fringe festivals.

There is a lot of exciting stuff happening at the Hendersonville Theatre and we got all the scoop from Business Manager Amanda McLoughlin. She briefed us on the new leadership team and business model at the theater, outlined the responsibilities for all three principals, and updated us about some of their goals for the organization. Amanda then gave us all the details about the remaining shows in the 2025 season, the announcement about their 59 1/2 season for the first six months of 2026, subscription packages for that season, how they choose which shows to present, information about their next full season, and auditions.