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Melissa Crespo

The Backstage Creative

Release Date: 04/27/2021

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The Backstage Creative

On this solo anniversary episode of The Backstage Creative I talk about the similarities between running ultramarathons and being an artist. 

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Heather Augustine show art Heather Augustine

The Backstage Creative

Heather Augustine is a sound engineer currently getting ready to go out on tour with Mean Girls. We talk about her ten years of touring experience, making mistakes, and why she enjoys mixing shows. 

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Miguel Flores show art Miguel Flores

The Backstage Creative

Miguel Flores is a Boston based production manager. We talk about setting boundaries, the Boston theater scene, and communication. 

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Celia Kasberg show art Celia Kasberg

The Backstage Creative

Celia Kasberg is currently pursing her MFA at Carnegie Mellon University. We talk about working on a degree during a pandemic, advice for people looking for a college to go to, and the structure of a costume shop. 

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Katie Spelman show art Katie Spelman

The Backstage Creative

Katie Spelman is a New York City based Choreographer. We talk about her work on Moulin Rouge, issues facing women in the industry, and how growing up in Chicago has influenced her work. 

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Ana Maria Aburto show art Ana Maria Aburto

The Backstage Creative

Ana Maria Aburto is a New York City based painter. We talk about her favorite projects to work on, skills needed to do her job, and what she is excited about right now. 

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Emma Ford show art Emma Ford

The Backstage Creative

Emma Ford is a New York City based drummer. We talk about the Australian theater scene, playing on the Australian production of Hamilton, and how running has benefitted her life. 

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Tara Houston show art Tara Houston

The Backstage Creative

Tara Houston is a scenic designer and painter based in Louisiana. We talk about some of the issues in higher education, being a community based artist, and managing priorities.  

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Paul Thompson show art Paul Thompson

The Backstage Creative

Paul Thompson is a Pittsburgh based bassist. We talk about being in the moment, what he likes about teaching, and the importance of keeping the music first. 

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Harry Nadal show art Harry Nadal

The Backstage Creative

Harry Nadal is New York City based costume and scenic designer. We talk about knowledge being a safety net, how he gets unstuck in the design process, and what he is excited about right now. 

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Melissa Crespo is a multi-disciplinary theater artist based in New York City. We talk about decision fatigue, honesty with respect, and the Werking Artist podcast.