Wilma Theatercast
A place for conversation around the Tony Award-Winning work of Philadelphia's Wilma Theater
Episodes
In this final episode of Wilma Theatercast, hosts Dwight Dunston and Toby Fraser reflect on the artistry and impact of The Half-God of Rainfall. They are joined by Ontaria Kim Wilson (Assistant Director & Choreographer) and Dahlia Al-Habieli (Scenic Designer) to explore how movement and scenic design shaped this powerful production.
🎭 Ontaria Kim Wilson shares how choreography balances Yoruba dance, Grecian movement, and contem...
In this episode of Wilma Theatercast, hosts Dwight Dunston and Toby Fraser take us inside one of the most electrifying moments of The Half-God of Rainfall—the confrontation between Shango and Zeus. This battle isn’t just about divine power; it’s a collision of ideologies, masculinity, and justice.
Joining the conversation are three brilliant artists: Jess Conda, Jen Kidwell, and Mel Crodman, who explore gender, power, and resistance...
What happens when a demigod’s rise threatens the gods themselves? In this episode of Wilma Theatercast, hosts Dwight Dunston and Toby Fraser sit down with Lindsay Smiling, director of The Half-God of Rainfall, to explore the themes of power, identity, and myth in this epic play.
As Demi—born to Modúpẹ́ and Zeus—rises from obscurity to fame on the global basketball stage, his story becomes more than a game. It’s a battle over destiny...
How do myths shape our understanding of masculinity, power, and sport? In this premiere episode of Wilma Theatercast, hosts Dwight Dunston and Toby Fraser dive into the world of The Half-God of Rainfall with its creator, Inua Ellams. This genre-defying play blends Yoruba mythology, Greek gods, and the raw energy of basketball to tell a story of gods, grief, and generational resilience.
In this conversation, Inua shares his artistic ...
How do myths, power, and resistance shape our understanding of the world? In this episode of Wilma Theatercast, hosts Dwight Dunston and Toby Fraser explore the foundational elements of The Half-God of Rainfall, diving deep into mythology, gender, and the power structures that shape our lives.
They are joined by Brittany Onukwugha, associate producer and dramaturg for Wilma Theater, who breaks down the historical and cultural resear...
🎭🎙️ Big news! The Wilma Theater is launching its podcast, Wilma Theater Cast! Dive into the magic of 'Half God of Rainfall' with us. We'll explore themes, chat with artists, and give you an all-access pass to the theater world. Subscribe now! #WilmaTheater #PodcastLaunch
Dwight Dunstan: Exciting news from the Wilma Theater: we're launching Wilma Theater Cast, the podcast where we go behind the scenes ...
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If this were an actual Wilma Theatercast, you would enjoy original programming from the Wilma Theater in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Like audience members experience whenever they attend a Wilma Theater production, this audio space will introduce you to imaginative reflections on the complexities of contemporary life and bold, original, well-crafted podcast episodes that repr...
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