Creatively Shaded

On this episode of Creatively Shaded, Phaedra, ShawnJ and Liz, discuss how they've put their butts in several theater seats, who's possessed with the takeover spirit, and the art of lips caressing on stage! Into The Shade & Center Stage Shade, will have you salivating for more! Get your Good Divas, and several glasses cause the libations are flowing! Come take a sip!R

On this episode of Creatively Shaded, Phaedra, ShawnJ and Liz, discuss how theatre creatives get caught up in the wind, energy, and aromas! They talk about who's getting vetted, who needs to check it at the door, and who's team too much! Baby, the receipts keep coming and the Divas leave Nothing on Read! Oh Too Shade Honey, Oh Too Shade! Recommendations:“The Great Leap&

On this episode of Creatively Shaded, Phaedra, ShawnJ and Liz, discuss the ways that theatre is reviewed in the Bay and invite The People to throw in their own two cents. Center Stage Shade casts it's gaze on the actor while Into The Shade, brings light to accessing children's theatre. You might want to gather your flock for this one cause The Divas got a word! Come and g

Happy Black History Month! On this episode of Creatively Shaded, Phaedra, ShawnJ and Liz, highlight local Black Bay Area Creatives and other artists who have made it big! They recap the local theatre scene and kiki about audition bloopers. Center Stage Shade and Q & A segment Into The Shade, dive deep into theatre community effectiveness and appropriate terminology, that is Sta

Happy New Year! On the first episode of 2024, Phaedra, ShawnJ and Liz, set the FIREWORKS OFF! They lay down tips on the do's & definitely the don'ts of going to an audition, give their THREE CENTS on "The Color Purple" 2023 version and The Center Stage Shade is EXPLOSIVE! A new Q & A segment, Into The Shade is introduced. Bring a fan baby cause you'

On this week's episode of Creatively Shaded, Phaedra, ShawnJ, and Liz discuss theatre "etiquette", inclusivity with action, and getting rid of "the box" that has stifled the overall theatre experience. The Center Stage Shade of the week has the Divas throwing the spotlight on the audience! Lean all the way into it!Recommendations: "Panto in the Presid

On this week's episode of Creatively Shaded, Phaedra, ShawnJ, Liz and Jacquetta, discuss witnessing Black and Brown Stories on stage, the impact of diverse butts in seats, and the healing power of theatre. On Center Stage Shade, the Divas shine a light on acceptable time frames for audition results: Did I book the job or nah? Lean into it!Upcoming Auditions:Cal Shakes, Marin S

On this week's special episode of Creatively Shaded, Phaedra, ShawnJ, and Liz, discuss being new arts journalists in the Bay, all of the exciting theatre that's happening and how representation still matters. They also pay homage to a local Bay Area Actor. You know there's a little Center Stage Shade! Lean into it!Recommendations: "We Are Continuous" Direct

On this week's episode of Creatively Shaded, Phaedra, ShawnJ, Jacquetta and Liz, open up a bag of tricks and treats! They discuss working as an understudy, opportunities in the Bay Area, the practice of hiring out of town actors and then some! Honey, the shade is pulled all the way out! Get ready to go in 'cause the Divas definitely do!We want to hear from you! Email us a

On this week's episode of Creatively Shaded, Phaedra, ShawnJ, Jacquetta, and Liz, discuss shows that are relevant to the black community, dealing with offers to work for questionable pay, and the hustle and tussle of being an artist in the Bay Area!The table is set and the drinks are flowing! Bring your appetite and dig in!We want to hear from you! Email us at creativelyshaded