Nancy Magarill
nmagarill.bsky.social
Nancy Magarill
@nmagarill.bsky.social
Composer, singer, songwriter, graphic artist, web designer and co-host of the "Arts and Craft" podcast. Artsandcraft.buzzsprout.com & nancymagarill.com
Hi everybody, just a heads up that we’re going to be taking a summer hiatus but we'll be back. So catch up on any items you might've missed & the meantime please make sure to share us with everyone you know. Have a great summer & we'll see you in the fall!
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June 1, 2025 at 3:27 PM
AnnMarie Milazzo is a Tony, Grammy, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle Award-nominated vocal designer. She’s also a vocalist, lyricist, and composer who’s worked on Broadway and internationally. On this episode, AnnMarie gets vocal about vocal design and her writing and editing process 🧵
May 25, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Debbie Taylor-Kerman is a contemporary mixed media artist and painter who put aside her successful commercial design career to focus on creating abstract figurative art that empowers diversity and humanity. Her engaging art is now in … 🧵 @blackoutpete.bsky.social @debbietaylorkerman.bsky.social
May 18, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Rachael Sage is a prolific songwriter, singer, visual artist, and ballet dancer and the founder of Mpress records. She has toured nationally and internationally and has shepherded a wide array of diverse artists in the music-sphere. On this episode we chat about the value of maintaining 🧵
May 11, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Dean Taucher is a film and television production designer, art director, and playwright. He is behind some of television’s most iconic shows and spilling the beans in his new play, “Reel Stories.” ⬇️
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May 4, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Jason Kravits is an actor, singer, improvisor, and viral video creator who's worked regularly in film, television, and on Broadway.His voice can currently be heard as Sneezy in Disney’s live-action hit, "Snow White." On this episode we get into Jason’s audition process and sniffling varieties, 🧵
April 27, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Celia Chavez is a singer, songwriter, session vocalist, educator, and coach. She’s played global arenas and intimate music clubs - duetting and harmonizing with Pink, Enrique Iglesias, Julia Fordham, and many more. On this tuneful episode, she shares the secrets🧵
April 20, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Amy Ziff is the acerbic wit behind the award-winning Indie Rock trio, Betty. She is also a singer, songwriter, cellist, activist, & mom. On today’s episode, this multi-talented artist chats about song placements, the art of collaboration, electronic cellos - 🧵
April 13, 2025 at 12:51 PM
Jen Munson is an audio mastering whiz and engineer with a sharp ear for sound. She’s a jazz vocalist and also a technical director for WNYC’s “On the Media.” On this episode you’ll hear about sound frequencies, how to make voices distinct, and a bit wood chopping thrown into “the mix”! 🧵
April 6, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Carole Montgomery is a stand-up comedian, producer, and director who has headlined clubs & colleges across the USA. She is also the creator of the series “Funny Women of a Certain Age” on Showtime and live in clubs. On this episode, we get a backstage glimpse into the world of working in Vegas, 🧵
March 30, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Adam Feldman is the National Theater & Dance Editor & chief theater critic at TimeOut New York. He is also President of the New York Drama Critics’ Circle - & sometimes graces the stage himself. On this episode we “review” the star system, tips on reaching a journalist, & 🧵
March 23, 2025 at 1:05 PM
Melinda Buckley is an actress, comedian, director, choreographer, & writer who's been seen on Broadway, TV, & film. On this episode we chat about her solo show, “MOTHER (and me),” working in the biz, having a casting director as a neighbor, & a fun Audra McDonald tidbit. #alzheimersawareness. 🧵
March 16, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Danielle Rayne is an actress, voice-over artist & stunt woman who has mastered the art of versatility. She is the star of “Portal: No Escape,” & has voiced/played everything from alien to action hero. On this ep. we get into the world of recording audio books, whisper room design & more. (1)
March 9, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Bill Bowers is an accomplished mime & award-winning actor who’s performed on Bway & stages across the world. He’s a gifted teacher in the art of storytelling & movement. On this episode we chat about the "art of silence", the diff. between mime & pantomime, & the legendary Marcel Marceau.

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March 2, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Multi-hypenate, Marlo Hunter is a film & tv director; as well as a stage director & choreographer. She’s on the B’eay Women’s Fund list of “Women to Watch,” & her current touring production of “Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical” was a NY Times Critics’ Pick.1 @blackoutpete.bsky.social #film #theater
February 23, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Daniel Spector is a teacher, acting coach, Shakespeare aficionado, & Director of the Classical Studio @ NYU's Tisch School of the Arts. He’s taught & directed numerous Broadway, film, & tv actors. On this episode we talk grants, acting technique, & reveal the “secret sauce” to a winning audition.
February 16, 2025 at 1:43 PM
Anna Venizelos is a contortionist, aerialist & acrobat. She’s toured w/Cirque du Soleil, appeared in “The Greatest Showman,” & performed w/The Metropolitan Opera. We’re running away to join the circus on this bendy ep., as Anna shares the discipline & skill required for one of the oldest art-forms.
February 9, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Lisa Levy is a true artist, comedienne, provocateur, & self-proclaimed therapist. She’s been covered (& uncovered) in print, film, & TV & curates her own gallery show. On this episode we explore artists’ vulnerabilities, comedy, The Doghouse Gallery, & Psychotherapy Live.
February 2, 2025 at 1:57 PM
George Caldwell is a pianist, arranger, composer, conductor & actor who has performed with all the jazz greats. On this episide we get into how music vibrations trigger out-of-body experiences,…
January 26, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Ben Model is a musician, historian, publisher, teacher & presenter of silent film. He creates & performs live music on both piano and organ @ MOMA and the Library of Congress’ Packard Campus Theater.
January 19, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Tiffiney Davis is the powerhouse co-founder of the Red Hook Art Project which provides free, high-quality art programs to local youth & the inspiration behind “I Am Not Ok.” Her journey thru the NY shelter system, discovering the arts, & her mission to change the lives of young people on this ep.
January 12, 2025 at 2:10 PM
We had a super fun chat with Steve Conte to start out the new year. @steveconte.bsky.social @blackoutpete.bsky.social

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January 5, 2025 at 2:54 PM
December 29, 2024 at 2:22 PM
Gabrielle Lansner is a critically acclaimed, socially conscious choreographer & award-winning filmmaker. Her latest short, “I Am Not Ok,” is @ The Brooklyn Museum until Jan. 26. On this ep., we chat about the heartbreaking Facebook Live post that sparked the film and more @blackoutpete.bsky.social
December 22, 2024 at 2:22 PM