MTH On Stage: TYA Podcast with Mary and Will
A glimpse into the process of adaptation for stage
You can listen to the episode on various podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts and Buzzsprout.
In the episode, Mary and Will Osborne discuss their collaborative process of adapting the beloved Magic Tree House series for the stage. They share insights into how they blend storytelling with theatrical elements to create engaging experiences for young audiences. This conversation offers valuable perspectives for aspiring playwrights, educators, and theater companies interested in producing quality children's theater.
For more information on their theatrical adaptations, you can visit the Magic Tree House On Stage website.
From Podcast Host, Scott Savage:
For years I have tried to be lucky enough to talk to these two living legends. If Jack and Annie's adventures with the Magic Tree House mean anything to you, prepare to LOVE this episode of PodcastTYA. This Episode is with Will Osborne, playwright and theatre maker and Mary Pope Osborne, author and historian. The two have collaborated to write books, and then adapt them for the stage using their combined super powers.
This episode is a glimpse into the process of adaptation for stage using some of the highest quality children's literature in the world. Hundreds of Millions of books covering an incredible and vast landscape of history, culture, science, magic and more.
This episode is great for aspiring playwrights with their own creative network, educators seeking material their admin will love to produce, and TYA companies who want to connect great theatre making with widely beloved literature. There's something for everyone.
Be sure to visit MTHOnStage.com to peruse scripts, hear more music, and produce the rights to these excellent works. With nine excellent new works to choose from, you'll have something just right for your community. You won't want to miss this episode that gives deep insight into profoundly creative work.
