About This EpisodeGet an exclusive look behind the scenes of THE LISTENING, the much-anticipated world premiere immersive audio experience, with leading star JASON VEASEY and creative producer Kate McLeod. In this candid conversation, Jason shares what excites him about stepping into this intimate, sonic storytelling universe and how exploring his speaking voice in an immersive setting challenges and inspires him as an artist.Learn how THE LISTENING uniquely blends live performance with audio-driven storytelling, what it means to work within the AKS Immersive collaborative, and why this show is “unexplored terrain” for performers and audiences alike.Whether you love innovative performing arts, want to hear about the creative process from Broadway talent, or are curious about what makes THE LISTENING such a bespoke event, this episode is for you.Key Highlights:- Jason reveals what draws him back to the AKS Immersive family and why the collective creative approach is so meaningful- The thrill and vulnerability of making the human voice the “camera” in sonic storytelling- How performing live, intimately and with headphones, is an entirely new theatrical challenge: “a double event” for both artist and audience- The value of venturing into the unknown, and why Jason feels like “an astronaut or a deep-sea diver” leading this production- What it means to truly listen to yourself, your collaborators, and your audience, in the purest senseAbout THE LISTENINGTHE LISTENING is a unique live sonic storytelling experience presented by AKS Immersive, running for one week only: April 7–12, 2026, at the East Village Basement in NYC. Tickets & more info at: the-listening.comListen now for inspiration, insight, and a fresh perspective on what the future of hybrid audio fiction can sound and feel like.Socials: Follow the journey on Instagram: @the_listeninginstagram.com/the_listeningCreditsEpisode: DRAMA: AN AURAL EXPERIENCE™ – Behind the Scenes of THE LISTENING Guest: JASON VEASEY (Broadway’s A Strange Loop, The Lion King, TV’s Best Medicine, Only Murders in the Building) Guest Host: Kate McLeod (Creative Producer of THE LISTENING, Creator of Authenticated, 6'2 Productions, and ME³) Producer & Host: Aaron Salazar (Producing Artistic Director, AKS Immersive) Presented by: AKS Immersive

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