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Theatre of the Obvious | OFFSTAGE Ep. 2

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In the final stretch of our chat with Jason Ammons, hosts Maranda DeBusk and Josafath Reynoso talk about the long game in theatre design—why saying “yes” can be both a blessing and a trap, how to find mentors who lift you up, and the importance of defining success for yourself.

It’s an honest, encouraging close to a conversation that’s all about surviving and thriving in the creative world without losing your joy.

Full episode, shorts and highlights available on Youtube and Spotify

Timestamps.
  • 00:00 – Cold Open & Introductions
  • 01:10 – In the Navy
  • 06:50 – Time Based Art + Anthropology + Print Making
  • 10:10 – … And You’ll Never be Out of a Job
  • 16:45 – Does It Communicate, Tho?
  • 22:50 – You’re Missing the Point
  • 32:00 – All of the Pieces
  • 39:00 – Blank Figurines

Hosts & Guests.

Josafath Reynoso

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Scenographer
Mexico

Maranda DeBusk

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Lighting Designer
United States

Jason Ammons

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Production Designer
United States

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