Chicago Artist Circle

Actor/Singer/Writer/Activist/Fool, Bear Bellinger, returns to Chicago Artist Circle to discuss his theatrical past and present. From his youth choir days and high school musical stardom to memorable performances and all things Actors Equity, Bear continues to be one of this community's strongest souls, while still remaining a damn fool. 

One of Chicago Theatre's foremost leading ladies, Erica Stephan, discusses her journey from growing up in the burbs of Chicago, nerding out over the theatre scene, to eventually sharing the stage with so many of the very artists she nerded out over. From advocating for the arts in her grammar school in 7th grade to her Jeff Award-winning performance in Porchlight Music Theatre's CABARET, Erica continues to prove why she’s one of the brightest lights in this community. 

Local cinephile and performance art legend, Alex Grelle, shares his journey as Missourian and Chicagoan. From a life-changing production of AH, WILDERNESS in his youth to producing life-changing work of his own, Alex has solidified himself as one of Chicago's most fearless and singular artists. 

Actor/Singer/Dancer/Fool, Eric Lewis, shares tales of tour life, his most memorable projects, and growing up in the church in Chicago. It is here that we begin this Jeff Award winning actor's campaign to play the title role in THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA.

The multifaceted super human, Brittney Brown, shares her journey to Chicago by way of Kentucky, Indiana and Decatur, IL. From grammar school talent shows to landing dream roles and working behind the table, Brittney continues to make her mark in this city- keeping things fresh and exploring every lane. 

Chicago powerhouses and power couple, Vasily Deris and Sophie Grimm, share tales of jobs won, love found, and dreams realized. 

Actor/singer, Teressa LaGamba, shares her journey from Pittsburgh to Chicago, by way of Columbia College. From being one of three narrators in JOSEPH her freshman year of H.S. to starring as Audrey in Paramount Theatre's LITTLE SHOP- Teressa continues to prove why she is not only one of Chicago's most powerful vocalists, but also one of its most emotionally present and alive performers. 

A very special re-release celebrating the 5th anniversary of Chicago Artist Circle. This premiere episode made its debut on January 24th, 2019. For the first time in podcast form- a gathering with Chicago's finest leading ladies. 

Director/Producer, Derek Van Barham, takes us through his journey to becoming one of Chicago Theatre’s most prolific artists. From video store rentals and his time as a Christian Puppeteer to Grad School and directing one of the hottest tickets in town, Derek continues to raise the bar for what Theatre can do and be. Support the show

Recently married dream team, Landree Fleming (She/Her) and August Forman (They/Them), share tales of small town living, church plays and Celine Dion. From personal triumphs and proud moments shared to projects yet to come, Landree and August are well on their way to taking over the world. Support the show