Uploaded April 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Interview with Director Jill Tokac and Producer Jim Ansart
Join host Ryan Malyar as he speaks with director Jill Tokac and producer Jim Ansart about The Footlight Club's upcoming production of "The Prom" in Jamaica Plain, MA. Discover why this heartwarming musical about inclusion, acceptance, and finding your community is becoming so popular in regional theaters across the country.
In this episode, Jill shares insights about the show's powerful message of staying true to yourself, while Jim discusses the rich history of The Footlight Club—one of America's oldest continuously operating community theaters, founded in 1877. Learn about their special "Prom-Palooza" event on May 10th, their commitment to creating an inclusive theatrical community, and get a sneak peek at the professional-level choreography by Chad Flahive.
Whether you're a fan of musical theater, interested in LGBTQ+ stories, or simply love supporting local arts, this conversation highlights the importance of community theater as a safe space for people to explore who they are without judgment.
#theprom #communitytheater #FootlightClub #jamaicaplain #ArtsForTheMASSes #lgbtq #musicaltheater #BostonArts #LocalTheater
Interview with Director Jill Tokac and Producer Jim Ansart
Join host Ryan Malyar as he speaks with director Jill Tokac and producer Jim Ansart about The Footlight Club's upcoming production of "The Prom" in Jamaica Plain, MA. Discover why this heartwarming musical about inclusion, acceptance, and finding your community is becoming so popular in regional theaters across the country.
In this episode, Jill shares insights about the show's powerful message of staying true to yourself, while Jim discusses the rich history of The Footlight Club—one of America's oldest continuously operating community theaters, founded in 1877. Learn about their special "Prom-Palooza" event on May 10th, their commitment to creating an inclusive theatrical community, and get a sneak peek at the professional-level choreography by Chad Flahive.
Whether you're a fan of musical theater, interested in LGBTQ+ stories, or simply love supporting local arts, this conversation highlights the importance of community theater as a safe space for people to explore who they are without judgment.
#theprom #communitytheater #FootlightClub #jamaicaplain #ArtsForTheMASSes #lgbtq #musicaltheater #BostonArts #LocalTheater
