This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Michael Sgouros. Michael is owner of the historic Players Theatre, a 200-seat Off Broadway theater in NYC. Also in the building is a 50-seat theater, rehearsal spaces, an office suite for arts organizations, and the famous Cafe Wha?. Michael will describe how he came to own a theater, and how he created a fulfilling life by combining his interests in music, theater, and real estate. Those interested in theater will enjoy getting  a glimpse into the inner-workings of his business and how he's helping future generations of theater professionals and audiences.

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Michael Sgouros. Michael is owner of the historic Players Theatre, a 200-seat Off Broadway theater in NYC. Also in the building is a 50-seat theater, rehearsal spaces, an office suite for arts organizations, and the famous Cafe Wha?. Michael will describe how he came to own a theater, and how he created a fulfilling life by combining his interests in music, theater, and real estate. Those interested in theater will enjoy getting  a glimpse into the inner-workings of his business and how he's helping future generations of theater professionals and audiences.

This week on the podcast is part 2 of our interview with Matthew Coley.  He is an internationally acclaimed percussionist who specializes on the marimba, and is also the founder and executive director of Heartland Marimba, a 501c3 organization that includes a quartet, an ensemble, a publishing arm, and organizes a festival. Listeners will hear how Matthew made the leap from a college teacher to become a full-time arts entrepreneur. 

This week on the podcast is our interview with Matt Earley, co-founder of Gotta Groove Records, a vinyl record pressing plant located in Cleveland, OH. Matt recounts the origins of Gotta Groove Records, the value they provide to musicians and audiophiles, the importance of quality control, and more. Matt’s story highlights the power of partnering with another passionate person--and it’s not to be missed.  

This week on the podcast, is part two of our interview with the founders of the Owen/Cox Dance Group: dancer Jennifer Owen and her musician husband Brad Cox.  They recall their first collaboration, describe their revenue streams, how their dancers and musicians are contracted and compensated, and the value of sweat equity. Those thinking of starting a dance company or similar venture will not want to miss them!

This week on the podcast, we begin 2022 with part one of our interview with the founders of the Owen/Cox Dance Group: dancer Jennifer Owen and her musician husband Brad Cox.  They recall their first collaboration, describe their revenue streams, how their dancers and musicians are contracted and compensated, and the value of sweat equity. Those thinking of starting a dance company or similar venture will not want to miss them!

​This week on the podcast, Carla Bisong, founder of Bisong Art Gallery, joins us. She recounts her decision to launch an art gallery while working in the financial services industry, and when she knew it was time to leave financial services to focus solely on running her gallery. She gives a lot of practical business advice, from how artists should sell their art to how she monetizes many of her resources. Visual artists and those who want to own a retail space will find great value in Carla's interview. 

This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Nathan Daughtrey, owner of C. Alan Publications. He describes his path from a music student to working in the company he would eventually purchase. Nathan also touches upon a variety of information ranging from what his team looks for when selecting a composition to publish, to piracy, to family/work life balance. Lots of great information for anyone interested in publishing their works.

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Nathan Daughtrey, owner of C. Alan Publications. He describes his path from a music student to working in the company he would eventually purchase. Nathan also touches upon a variety of information ranging from what his team looks for when selecting a composition to publish, to piracy, to family/work life balance. Lots of great information for anyone interested in publishing their works.

This week on the podcast is part one of an interview with Bess Wallerstein Huff and Kelly Main, co-founders of Show Delivered--an entertainment company that "brings the show to you."  Bess and Kelly discuss their experiences in theater and share why they decided to launch Show Delivered.  We think you'll find it inspiring to hear how they recognized an opportunity to bring arts into their community and create work for artists who were hit hard by the pandemic.