Stage Door, a theatre podcast hosted by two average guys

06/19/2026

This is an example of a triple promotion. This is Thom. Thom works at Minuteman Press Toledo.

They printed the Playbill for the Toledo Rep’s show Fiddler on the Roof.

Thom also is also on the Stage Door Podcast that helped promote the show. If you want to hear about the show go to Stage Door Podcast & listen. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stage-door-a-theatre-podcast-hosted-by-two-average/id1573865415?i=1000766776812

If you want to see Fiddler on the Roof, running this weekend at the Toledo Rep get tickets and go. https://toledorep.org/buy-tickets/

If you need a program for your show, contact Thom at Minuteman Press Toledo. [email protected]

And of course, Thom is outstanding in his field!

06/19/2026

One Man. Nine Characters. One Unforgettable Story. | John DuVall

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Based on the celebrated novel by James Lecesne, this powerful one-man show follows the investigation into the disappearance of a 14-year-old boy named Leonard Pelkey. As the story unfolds, a small community is forced to confront its assumptions, fears, and understanding of acceptance, identity, and love.

John shares what drew him to this extraordinary piece, the unique challenges of portraying multiple characters in a solo performance, and why this story continues to resonate with audiences around the world. We also discuss the importance of bringing meaningful theatre to local communities and what audiences can expect when they experience this moving production.

The Absolute Brightness of Leonard Pelkey
August 8 & 9, 2026
Actors Collaborative Toledo-ACT

Podcast Episode · Stage Door, a theatre podcast hosted by two average guys. Hosted by: Kyle Omlor, Thom Ovacek, Ron Ma · June 19 · 20m

06/15/2026

Still Talking, with The Creative Women of The Wedding Singer. Sometimes there's a lot more stuff to talk about after the "stop recording" button has been pushed. Here is just a little clip

The Village Players Theatre

Podcast Episode · Stage Door, a theatre podcast hosted by two average guys. Hosted by: Kyle Omlor, Thom Ovacek, Ron Ma · June 2 · 3m

06/15/2026

Still Talking, with The Toledo Area Theatre Fest. Sometimes there's a lot more stuff to talk about after the "stop recording" button has been pushed. Here is just a little clip

Podcast Episode · Stage Door, a theatre podcast hosted by two average guys. Hosted by: Kyle Omlor, Thom Ovacek, Ron Ma · June 15 · 11m

06/12/2026

The Toledo Area Theatre Fest: The Crazy Idea Bringing Toledo
Theatre Together

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For years, Toledo's theatre community has been growing. More companies. More productions. More opportunities. But also more competition for audiences, volunteers, performers, and support.
What if there was one event that brought everyone together?
In this episode, we sit down with Toledo Area Theatre Fest founder and president Anber Wilkes to talk about the first-ever Toledo Area Theatre Fest happening July 11, 2026. We discuss how a casual conversation among theatre friends turned into a community-wide event featuring live performances, workshops, vendors, food trucks, games, prizes, and opportunities to connect with theatre companies from across Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan.
We also dive into:
• How the idea for Theatre Fest was born
• Why local theatre needs this event now more than ever
• The workshops, performances, and activities planned for the day
• Building a stronger, more connected theatre community
• What organizers hope Theatre Fest becomes in the years ahead
Whether you're a performer, director, technician, volunteer, or someone who's always wanted to get involved in theatre, this episode is your inside look at what could become Toledo's newest arts tradition.

The Toledo Area Theatre Fest
July 11, 2026
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Ohio Theatre & Children's Theatre Workshop
3114 Lagrange St.
Toledo, Ohio
Listen now and find out why this is much more than just another theatre event. It's the beginning of something bigger.

Podcast Episode · Stage Door, a theatre podcast hosted by two average guys. Hosted by: Kyle Omlor, Thom Ovacek, Ron Ma · June 12 · 55m

06/05/2026

Making Some Beautiful Noise with Joe Caskey

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Joe Caskey is living the dream.

The Dallas Fort Worth native and Oklahoma City University graduate joins The Stage Door Podcast to talk about making his national tour debut in A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical. From playing Elvis Presley and the Beast to stepping into one of the biggest touring productions in the country, Joe shares his journey, the realities of life on the road, and what it's like bringing Neil Diamond's legendary music to audiences across America.

Eght performances at the Stranahan Theater from June 16-21, 2026.

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Podcast Episode · Stage Door, a theatre podcast hosted by two average guys. Hosted by: Kyle Omlor, Thom Ovacek, Ron Ma · June 5 · 26m

05/29/2026

The Creative Women of The Wedding Singer

What happens when the Director, Music Director, Choreographer, and Stage Manager of a musical are all women?

You get a conversation full of creativity, collaboration, leadership, and some really honest insight into what it feels like to build a show together in a female-led creative room.

Stage Door sat down with the powerhouse leadership team behind The Wedding Singer Musical, at The Village Players Theatre, to talk about the experience, the challenges, the energy in the rehearsal room, and why this production feels so special.

The Village Players Theatre
June 12th - 21st, 2026

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Podcast Episode · Stage Door, a theatre podcast hosted by two average guys. Hosted by: Kyle Omlor, Thom Ovacek, Ron Ma · May 29 · 20m

05/27/2026

Okay… THE WIZ was SO much fun.

This is 100% one of those shows you have to see live to really get it. The music hits, the costumes are incredible, the set looked amazing, and the entire crowd was into it all night.

Everyone walked out with a different favorite character because the cast was THAT good across the board. The whole production just had nonstop energy from beginning to end.

If you’re in Toledo and even thinking about going, just buy the tickets. Seriously. Ease on down to the Stranahan before the run is over.

Tickets
https://thestranahan.com

05/23/2026

Stage Door Podcast sits down with Elijah Ahmad Lewis, currently starring as the Scarecrow in the all-new national tour of THE WIZ. A multi-award-winning performer with Broadway, television, film, and music credits, Elijah talks about the journey that shaped him as an artist, including working closely with legendary performers Patti LaBelle and Cicely Tyson.

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The conversation dives into his career, the energy he brings to the role, what makes this new production of THE WIZ feel so fresh, and why audiences continue to connect with its music, heart, and message nearly 50 years later.

THE WIZ comes to the Stranahan Theater in Toledo May 26–31, 2026 for eight performances as part of the Broadway in Toledo Series.

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The Stranahan