Theatre with P.R.I.D.E.

Led by youth voices alongside seasoned professionals in the industry, Theatre with P.R.I.D.E. explores the theatrical productions of the past, present, and future with actors, directors, designers, and more. Listen along as we discuss actively practicing P.R.I.D.E. (Perspective, Respect, Identity, Diversity, and Equity) within your everyday life and what you create--especially theatre!

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Gender - It's Personal!

June 08, 2020 • Season 1 • Episode 2

Come and listen to this much-needed round-table conversation that delves into the world of gender! In this episode, we talk with Vinchelle (Philadelphia Drag Queen), Elliot Colahan (Trans Theatre Major at Rowan University), and Chad Parsons (Creator of Theatre with P.R.I.D.E.) about their experiences in theatre in regards to gender and gender stereotyping. This conversation is extremely important and shows that we can all learn from each other's personal experiences because at the end of the day, gender is personal!

Check out these Instagram pages of our special guests:

Elliot Colahan : https://www.instagram.com/elliot.colahan/
Vinchelle "Vincent" : https://www.instagram.com/_vinchelle_/

Resources that help to explain Gender and promote Gender inclusivity:

Some Books (recommended by Chad Parsons) that help to explain exploration of gender and self:

Jacob's New Dress by Ian Hoffman and Sarah Hoffman
Red: A Crayon's Story by Michael Hall
Who Are You? The Kids's Guide to Gender Identity by Brook Pessin-Whedbee

Chad Parsons's Website: https://www.chadsparsons.com/

Podcast Music written by Ben Pederson