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THED Talks

Jimmy Chrismon

Education

Arts

Frequency: 1 episode/9d. Total Eps: 255

THED Talks is a podcast for theatre teachers and theatre education students. Dr. Jimmy Chrismon, Theatre Education professor at Illinois State University, brings you stories and interviews from experienced K-12 theatre teachers, current theatre education majors, and professors of theatre education that will warm your heart, renew your faith in teaching, and provide resources to better your practice in your theatre classroom. Pour the coffee, relax, and join us for heart-warming conversations and practical advice from practitioners making a difference in students' lives each and every day!

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Score global : 73%

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7.02 A Conversation with Chris Permenter

Season 7 · Episode 2

mercredi 4 septembre 2024 • Duration 56:11

This week Jimmy talks with Misissippi teacher Chris Permenter. He talks about being a jack of all traders, student travel, and student ownership of work.

7.01 A Conversation with CJ Philip

Season 7 · Episode 1

mercredi 28 août 2024 • Duration 01:32:23

This week Jimmy kicks off Season 7 as he talks with the 2024 recipient of the Excellence in Theatre Education Tony Award CJAy Philip. She talks about her career as an artist and educator, Dance & Bmore, and using the authentic voice of people in her work.
www.danceandbmore.com

6.46 A Conversation with Katy Evans

Season 6 · Episode 46

vendredi 19 avril 2024 • Duration 47:20

This week Jimmy talks with Texas teacher Katy Evans. She talks about building a program from scratch, seeking out community support, and her own faith.

4.24 A Conversation with J.R. Willard-Rose

Season 4 · Episode 24

mercredi 23 février 2022 • Duration 01:05:09

This week Jimmy talks with Illinois theatre teacher J.R. Willard-Rose. He talks about his influential theatre teachers, his expansive program, and work/life balance.

4.23 A Conversation with Robyn Needham

Season 4 · Episode 23

mercredi 16 février 2022 • Duration 37:33

This week Jimmy talks with Texas elementary teacher Robyn Needham. She talks about writing original music and musicals, dramatic play, and classroom management with the little ones!

4.22 A Conversation with Emily Lewis

Season 4 · Episode 22

mercredi 9 février 2022 • Duration 01:08:18

This week Jimmy talks with Alabama theatre teacher Emily Lewis. She talks about giving middle school students a chance to have a voice, providing technical theatre opportunities for middle school students, and collaborations with core teachers.

4.21 A Conversation with Dustin Loehr

Season 4 · Episode 21

mercredi 2 février 2022 • Duration 47:50

This week Jimmy talks with Dustin Loehr of the Arizona Department of Education. He talks about his work as a teaching artist and teacher prior to his current role, the need for theatre teachers to have a seat at the table, and fantastic opportunities for securing additional funding for your theatre programs!

4.20 A Conversation with Rodrick Freitas

Season 4 · Episode 20

mercredi 2 février 2022 • Duration 01:14:30

This week Jimmy talks with International School teacher Rodrick Freitas. He talks about his experiences around the world, lessons learned, and an alternative teaching experience for those wanting to travel and take new risks!

4.19 A Conversation with Deena Cassady

Season 4 · Episode 19

mercredi 19 janvier 2022 • Duration 48:43

This week Jimmy talks with Illinois theatre teacher Deena Cassady. She talks about her musical theatre roots, in class productions, and theatre field trips!

4.18 A Conversation with Christine DeFrancesco

Season 4 · Episode 18

mercredi 15 décembre 2021 • Duration 59:56

This week Jimmy talks with Illinois theatre teacher Christine DeFrancesco. She talks about building a program into an academy of fine arts, directing professional and educational theatre, and authenticity with your students.