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Ep373 - "Eureka Day" Opening Night with Jessica Hecht, Bill Irwin, Thomas Middleditch, Amber Gray, Chelsea Yakura-Kurtz, and more
Episode 373

Ep373 - "Eureka Day" Opening Night with Jessica Hecht, Bill Irwin, Thomas Middleditch, Amber Gray, Chelsea Yakura-Kurtz, and more

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"Eureka Day" Opening Night with Jessica Hecht, Bill Irwin, Thomas Middleditch, Amber Gray, Chelsea Yakura-Kurtz,, more

Jan 14, 2025
51:05

About This Episode

Interviews live from the opening night of Eureka Day, which took place on December 16th, 2024. The order of interviews is:

  • Thomas Middleditch
  • Anna Shapiro
  • Amber Gray
  • Jonathan Spector
  • Chelsea Kurtz
  • Bill Irwin
  • Jessica Hecht



Eureka Day brings comedy and contemplation to the stage, tackling personal beliefs, community conflict, and the art of truly listening. These interviews explore the play's themes of empathy, collective responsibility, and the nuances of human connection amidst a mumps outbreak at a progressive private school.


You'll hear insights about the challenges of portraying deeply layered characters who all believe they are "right," the parallels between the play’s themes and real-world conflicts, and the humor that helps audiences face uncomfortable truths. Whether you're a fan of theater, thoughtful storytelling, or the quest to find common ground in divisive times, this episode delivers heartfelt takeaways and plenty of laughs.


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