Backstage Chatter @ The Segal

Backstage Chatter @ the Segal - Max and Aaron Write a MusicalAn enriching pre-show discussion about the journey of a show from the page to the stage!In this episode of Backstage Chatter, we dive into the vibrant world of Max and Aaron Write a Musical. It's a joyful, queer rom-com about two childhood friends and creative partners trying to finish a musical loosely based on their lives in a single day - while their own story takes an unexpected turn. Joining us are creator and director Trevor Barrette, along with Émile Auger and Nathaniel Bacon, who play the characters of Aaron and Jesse. Together, they reflect on the development of the show, the joy and vulnerability of telling a story so unabashedly queer, and the deep connection the piece has to Montreal’s creative community. Hosted by Sarah Deshaies.This episode of Backstage Chatter @ the Segal is hosted by the incomparable Sarah Deshaies.

Backstage Chatter @ The Segal - Titanique An enriching pre-show discussion about the journey of a show from the page to the stage! There’s nothing quite like the unsinkable charm of Titanique, the hit musical that takes the classic Titanic story and gives it a hilarious, campy twist. On this episode of Backstage Chatter, we’re setting sail with the brilliant minds who helmed this ship from its inception—creators Tye Blue, Marla Mindelle, and Constantine Rousouli. Join us as we dive deep into the making of this larger-than-life parody, exploring how they managed to steer this comedy straight into audiences' hearts. Grab your life vests, because this conversation promises to be a tidal wave of laughs, behind-the-scenes stories, and moments that will keep you afloat with joy long after the episode ends! This episode of Backstage Chatter @ the Segal is hosted by the incomparable Sarah Deshaies.

An enriching pre-show discussion about the journey of a show from the page to the stage! Fifteen Dogs Fifteen Dogs is a stage adaptation by Marie Farsi of the Giller® Prize-winning novel of the same name by Andrés Alexis. This Sunday @ the Segal will bring together two local playwrights - Alice Abracen (The Covenant) and Michaela Di Cesare (Extra/Beautiful/U) - to discuss the artistry of adaptation. How do you stay true to the spirit of a piece of literature? How does dramatization change a story? This Sunday @ the Segal is hosted by our incomparable 2023-2024 season host, Sarah Deshaies (CJAD radio).

An enriching pre-show discussion about the journey of a show from the page to the stage! Beautiful: The Carole King Musical Beautiful: The Carole King Musical is the inspiring true story of Carole King’s remarkable journey from teenage songwriter to Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Join us for this exciting panel discussion bringing together a quartet of music experts, featuring jazz musician Ranee Lee, former Montreal Gazette music critic Bernard Perusse, singer-songwriter Sarah Segal-Lazar, and music journalist Erik Leijon. This Sunday @ the Segal is hosted by our incomparable 2023-2024 season host, Sarah Deshaies (CJAD radio).