🎭 Dive into a fascinating conversation with Benjamin Maio Mackay, an award-nominated, critically acclaimed director, producer, actor, and musician. Benjamin shares their journey in the world of theatre, from co-headlining at the iconic Off-Broadway venue 54 Below, to their artistic direction of Adelaide-based Preachrs Productions. Benjamin gives us an inside look into directing the non-replica production of RENT at the Queens Theatre in 2022, and following it up with a season of tick, tick...BOOM! in June 2023. We also explore their nationwide tour with Great Detectives and chat about our favourite musical theatre productions. Discussion Highlights: Directing RENT and tick, tick...BOOM! in Adelaide Musical Theatre Chat What’s next for Preachrs Productions? Find out more about Benjamin and Preachrs Productions: 🌐 Website: https://www.benjaminmaiomackay.com/ 🔗 Unlock exclusive content and full videos through our Patreon membership for just $3/month. 📱 Connect with us on Instagram @theatrethoughtsaus and @ttpod_official, and follow us on TikTok at Theatre Thoughts Australia. 🔗 https://linktr.ee/ttpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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