I am happy to provide some theatre and food resources for you this week:

Looking for an intensive theatre program for youth aged 10-17 this summer?

Virtual Summer Summit  is a tangible program encompassing all kinds of performing arts disciplines. Created by lifelong performer and teaching artist Kelcey Anya’, this program is an opportunity for young people to learn and express themselves through the performing arts. You can find out more about this exciting program and the scholarships that plan to be distributed at: https://kapartsacademy.com/

Broadway Plus

If you would like an enriching one-on-one experience with a Broadway star, Broadway Plus is your one-stop shopping source matching icons of Broadway with fans, and those seeking instruction and expertise. And it’s all from the comfort of your home. https://broadwayplus.com/

Make Your Own Show

Always wanted to create your own web series but have no idea how? Look no further, A new company “Make Your Show” has launched. From the creator of the cult web series favorite “Cady Did” starring the luminous Cady Huffman, this new company takes you through the process from creative idea to production. www.makeyourshow.tv

And when we can convene again and there is a need for a caterer for a gathering, Caldwell Catering is the place to consider. Chris Caldwell, a trained chef in the French tradition, launched his dream catering company at the beginning of this year. When, just a few months into 2020 the pandemic caused the shutdown, he obviously had to put his company on pause. But that did not deter him. He wanted to continue to do what he loves to do-cook. And so he did, preparing meals and distributing them to essential workers in under served communities. Support Chris and his initiative at https://www.caldwellcatering.com/

To hear conversations with the fascinating people behind these companies, listen to

“Bagels and Broadway with Valerie Smaldone” Saturday morning from 9:05-10 on WNYM radio, online, Alexa and podcast.