On this episode of Curtain Call, we shine the spotlight on the Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop (SCDW) and its longtime Board Member Harold Tighe together with Pete Nastasi (director/actor/playwright). They are committed to creating inclusive, community-driven theatre and are nothing short of inspiring. From beloved musicals to original plays and youth-led productions, SCDW's work onstage is matched by its innovative offstage programs—especially its growing audience participation initiative that brings theatre lovers directly into the creative process. Plus, we debut a brand-new segment featuring our “roving host” out in the field, capturing voices and stories from the local arts scene. This week: a trip to the Bingo Bash with some familiar faces from the Catskill Public Theatre!

On this episode of Curtain Call, host Tom Candela digs into the fertile ground where theatre, farming, and community meet with Tannis Kowalchuk and Jess Beveridge of Farm Arts Collective. Broadcasting from their home base on Willow Wisp Organic Farm in Damascus, PA, these multi-talented “perfarmers” share how they cultivate original, socially relevant performances that blend science, sustainability, and storytelling. From their upcoming immersive piece Lucy Joseph to community-centered events like Dream on the Farm series, this episode explores how creative placemaking can transform both landscapes and lives. Plus, enjoy Broadway tunes that echo the episode’s themes of growth, imagination, and bold new beginnings.

In this episode of Curtain Call, we take you behind the scenes of Catskill Public Theater—a bold, mobile theatre company bringing high-quality, pay-what-you-wish performances to unexpected places across the region. Host Tom Candela sits down with Amanda Wallgren, local arts advocate and Associate Producer, and CPT Founder Marshall Shnider, a Juilliard-trained Broadway veteran, to explore how they’re redefining regional theatre with community-driven programming, immersive storytelling, and a mission to make the magic of theatre accessible to all.