I discuss the play "Mercy, Mercy," with it's playwright, Annette Storckman.  This episode is dedicated to ASTEP, which stands for artists striving to end poverty.  They are a wonderful charity and if you're able to give, please do.  Astep.org.  

This episode I spoke with amazing talent Chester Gregory, theatre star and recording artist who goes by C.H.E.S.S. for his albums.  I spoke to him about his current new music, part of the album Retrograde, and his work and career onstage.  This episode is dedicated to Chester's late friend, Asa Buchanon.  Special thanks to the NYPL, Aira Canlas, and Claire Wojciechowski.  For more on Chester and his tour dates, please visit chestergregory.com.  

Johanna's Artbeat returns with an episode about the phenomenal Broadway play "Is This a Room" conceived and directed by Tina Satter, playing at the Lyceum Theatre here in NYC through November 27th.  I talk to Tina about her career and the forming of her ensemble, Half Straddle, and about the play itself.  "Is This a Room" is word for word acting out of the transcripts of the FBIs interrogation of former Air Force Intelligence Specialist Reality Winner.  For tickets visit Isthisaroombroadway.com or Today tix.  This episode is dedicated to Disnie Sebastien, fellow actor and dear friend who celebrates her birthday this weekend.