Send us a text On this episode, The Divas welcome Jasmine Milan Williams, fellow multi-creative who dresses The Bay Down! Jasmine details her unique take on costuming and the heart work that undergirds the performer. Hun-tee, actors get another read on getting them minds right, while theater attendees would want to think twice before tapping ya neighbor. Settle in as this snap back, will bring you all thee way back! Recommendations: ...

Send us a text On this episode, SirDiva reascends to his seat after directing/performing in "Sweat," to help roll out the red carpet for our illustrious guest, Legendary Diva, Margo Hall! The Beloved multi-faceted performer, bestows the kingdom of the Bay with invaluable insight into our unique community, and the theatre industry at large. Bay-be, the theatre streets were over flowing and Center Stage Shade sopped it all up! Come on and getchu a taste! Recommendations:  ...

Send us a text On this episode, Phaedra and Liz are joined by a local creative who puts the multi in hyphenate; Aejay Antonias Marquis, who steps in SirDiva's shoes as guest co-host. The Theatre Streets had the Divas on a trek through Afro futurism, isolation, and poles, while Center Stage Shade and SirDiva's Rant, lit it up. Chyle, now you know we had to get up on the National Endowment for the Arts - knotting us Divas all up! Come on an unravel this theatrical entanglement with ...

Send us a text On this episode, Phaedra, ShawnJ and Liz, are joined by Bay Area native multi-hyphenate and Grammy nominee, Ryan Nicole Austin! She drops bars of creative knowledge and promotes her upcoming World Premiere Musical, "Co-Founders!" A new segment, "The Real T(heatre)," in depth conversations, sits down with the cast of S.F. Playhouse's "Fat Ham" as they reflect on their unique experience, and you know we didn't leave out Center Stage Shade. Baby, there is so much good T all up and...

Send us a text On this episode, Phaedra, ShawnJ and Liz, march into Women's Herstory with a ground breaking playwright, whose impact thrives in the Bay Area. They discuss how social media has entangled the Thespian, and performers out here shading the stage; playing dual roles of actor and director! Chiiile you need to sit all the way up for this! Recommendations: Creatively Shaded Blackout Nights Coming Soon: "Wild With Happy" directed by ShawnJ West at NCTC On stage March 7 - April 6, 20...

Send us a text On this episode, Phaedra, ShawnJ and Liz pay homage to Black Bay Area Theatre History, get into the spill out of D.E.I., and who answers the "Call" of the Craft. Chile, Center Stage Shade had to run back those audition Lewks. Gather your notes and pull into the Shade! Recommendations: The San Francisco Black Theater Movement Panel Discussion San Francisco Public Library Available on YouTube Documentary Black Theatre: The Making of a Movement California Newsreel&nb...

Send us a text On this episode, Phaedra, ShawnJ and Liz light the spark for 2025! Jobs, opportunities, Center Stage Shade, "Oh MY!" Get ready to "Blackout" the theater with the Divas in 2025! Keep those sparklers lit-Happy New Year! Job Opportunities: SFBATCO Box Office Manager sfbatco.org A.C.T. Professional and Outreach Manager act-sf.org Lesher Center For The Arts Ticket Clerk lesherartscenter.org Auditions: Audition workshop Magic Theatre January 25, 2025 magictheatre.org J...

Send us a text On this episode, Phaedra, ShawnJ and Liz give their take on DEI in the theatre, who's out here singing soulless notes and run back some of their favorite shows of 2024. The Divas give a little holiday ding as Center Stage Shade pops out for the season. Put a little peppermint in your hot toddy and savor the cheer! Recommendations: "A Thousand Ships" at Oakland Theatre Project On stage December 13-January 5 tickets at oaklandtheaterproject.com/ships "Waitress" at ...

Send us a text On this episode, Phaedra, ShawnJ and Liz discuss egos, the happenings in the theatre streets and whether or not they've had love behind the curtain. A local theatre company gets lit up as the Divas give the thickest read on Center Stage Shade! Ba-by the reads come by the triplets! Lean in! Opportunities for Creatives: The Ground Floor berkeleyrep.org/the-ground-floor Application closes December 22, 2024 TBA Cash Grant Theatrebayarea.org/grants/cash Reopens spring...

Send us a text On this episode, Phaedra, ShawnJ and Liz do serve shade, but is it thick or thin? They discuss a local casting agency and its practices, whether monologues are necessary or not and who're all the Aunties & Uncs. This that thick or thin- you be the judge! Recommendations: "JaJa's African Hair Braiding" at Berkeley Repertory Theatre Playing November 8 - December 15 tickets @berkeleyrep.org "Charlie Brown Christmas" at Contra Costa Civic Theatre Playing November 23-D...

Send us a text On the premiere episode of the second season, Phaedra, ShawnJ and Liz recap their summer break and get into what's currently on their plates. They runback "Butt's in Seats" which seems to be on a loop in the theatre community. And check this—The Divas plunge into the deepest Shade as the spotlight turns it's glare on them! Oooh Chile! Put on that kettle cause this tea is Piping Hot! Take long, slow, sips! Recommendations: "The Thanksgiving Play" at Altarena Playhouse P...

Send us a text This episode of Creatively Shaded centers Mental Health Awareness Month. Phaedra, ShawnJ and Liz, lay their burdens down on the couch of licensed psychologist and multi-hyphenate artist, Dr. Jacqueline Benson. They discuss navigating the creative path of Black Artists, unwarranted trolling, and if your boo-boo's butt should be in that theatre seat. Just because The Divas are on the couch doesn't mean that Into The Shade & Center Stage Shade wasn't popping. Ba-by...

Send us a text 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! Recommendations: "Aren't You?" One Night Only! May 3 at Marin Shakespeare Company Directed by ShawnJ West ...

Send us a text 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" featuring our very own James Oh! Playing at Center Rep at The Lesher Center For The Arts...

Send us a text 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 get this blessing! Recommendations: “West Coast Premiere “Bees & Honey” Marin Theatre Comp...

Send us a text 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 Stamped in The Black! Getcha note pad Henny cause The Divas got receipts! Recommendations: ...

Send us a text 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're gonna need to cool ALL THE WAY OFF! Come sit under the Shade! Recommendations: “Babes in Ho-...

Send us a text 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 Presidio" Featuring Phaedra Tillery-Boughton Use Code: 'bedtime' two free child tickets per 1 adult...

Send us a text 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 Shakes, SF Shakes, Vallejo Shakes November 19 & 20 calshakes.org "A S...

Send us a text 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" Directed by: ShawnJ West nctcsf.org "New Roots Theatre Festival" sfbatco.org "Panto in the Presidio"...