Theater Director, Producer and Founder, Haile Smith - Guest on the Tiberius Show

About this video

In this episode of The Tiberius Show, theater director, producer, and founder of the Reveller’s Hour Theatre Company, Halie Smith, shares how she turned a childhood love of musicals into a career bringing stories to life on stage. She explains why she chose the nonprofit route, the real challenges of funding and sponsorships, and what makes theater such a rewarding (and sometimes unpredictable) path. From cabarets and Shakespeare to original works, Hailey gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the art, business, and heart of running a theater company.

What you’ll hear:

1. Origin story: from her grandmother showing The Sound of Music to launching her own theater company in 2023 .
2. Nonprofit path: why many theater companies go nonprofit and how education plays a central role.
3. Resourceful producing: deciding shows based on budget, rights, and available cast/designers .
4. Performing vs. backstage: how she transitioned from acting to sound, lighting, and leadership .
5. Business challenges: fundraising, sponsorships, and turning passion into sustainable work .
6. Live theater lessons: when fire alarms interrupt Macbeth and why imperfection is part of the magic .
7. Adapting to COVID: shifting into online/Zoom theater and podcasting to stay connected .
8. Kid-friendly shows: current performances, cabarets, and her future plans for youth programming .

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