The Art Box - Episode 499 — Santa Unplugged: Bethany Green Brings Christmas to the Stage

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There are some people who simply make a community brighter, and Bethany Green is certainly one of them. Steve has long appreciated Bethany's friendship, her ever-present smile, her infectious enthusiasm, and, most importantly, her genuine love for our Mesquite community. In this episode of The Art Box, we welcome Bethany back to discuss her exciting debut as a playwright and director of Santa Unplugged, an original holiday musical presented by Cactus Youth Theatre on December 18 and 19 at Virgin Valley High School. Bethany takes us behind the scenes of writing her very first play, sharing the creative challenges, unexpected discoveries, casting decisions, and excitement of bringing her own story to life on stage. Our conversation also explores the remarkable growth of Cactus Youth Theatre and its commitment to providing year-round theatrical education and performance opportunities for our community's burgeoning population of young actors. Through its collaboration with 4-H, the organization is helping young people develop confidence, creativity, and valuable theatrical skills both onstage and behind the scenes. It's a delightful conversation about friendship, imagination, community, and the magic that happens when someone decides to take an idea and turn it into a Christmas musical. Join us for Episode 499 as Bethany Green reminds us that the greatest gift of community theatre might just be the opportunities we create for the next generation. Find out more about Cactus Youth Theatre at: https://www.cactusyouththeatre.com/

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