Steps To The Stage

Send us Fan MailA “cursed” school show, a trapdoor tragedy, and a new teacher determined to stage it anyway. That’s the delightfully spooky setup behind Goosebumps the Musical: Phantom of the Auditorium, and we’re getting you ready for it with a behind-the-scenes conversation that’s packed with community theater craft.We’re joined by director Andrew, returning for his second time on the podcast and his first time directing a musical, plus actor Selah, who plays Tina Powell. We talk through what changes when you move from straight plays to musical theater: coordinating choreography, vocal coaching, blocking that has to land on musical counts, and a rehearsal process that depends on a strong creative team. Andrew also shares his approach to casting, why musicals make decisions tougher, and how character studies help him shape roles around the performers he actually has.Selah breaks down her practical workflow for growth: researching the character, watching other performances to learn what works, getting quizzed on lines at school, and saving home time for choreography and vocals. We also dig into the nuts and bolts audiences rarely notice until it’s missing: pre-built sound design elements that come with the show, set plans that create a 90s school vibe with a stage within the stage, and costume choices like flannel, denim, and scrunchies that instantly signal Goosebumps-era nostalgia.Goosebumps the Musical: Phantom of the Auditorium opens October 23 and runs through November 7. Tickets are at chinochildrenstheater.org or call 909-590-1149. If you enjoy hearing how local productions get made, subscribe, share this with a theater friend, and leave us a five-star review.Find STTS:Steps To The Stage (@stepstothestage) | InstagramFacebookSteps To The Stage (buzzsprout.com)Steps To The Stage – YouTubePlease follow on your favorite podcast platform and we appreciate 5 Star ratings and positive reviews!