Join hosts Philip Drennen and Josh Stucky on this illuminating episode of The Dayton Drama Queens, as they sit down with Toby Rush, Director of Performing Arts Spaces at the brand-new Roger Glass Center on the University of Dayton campus. Discover how this cutting-edge venue is reshaping Dayton’s cultural landscape:

• Architectural Vision & Design: Toby walks us through the Glass Center’s striking façade, acoustically engineered theaters, and versatile black-box spaces created by internationally renowned architects and acoustic consultants.

• Programming the Center: Learn how Toby curates a year-round lineup—from UD School of Music recitals and faculty concerts to community musicals, dance ensembles, and touring productions—and ensures every performance shines.

• Community Partnerships: Hear about collaborations with Dayton Philharmonic, Dayton Ballet, Dayton Opera, and local school districts to make world-class arts accessible to the wider Miami Valley.

• State-of-the-Art Technology: Go behind the scenes on the Glass Center’s advanced lighting rigs, sound control booths, and flexible rigging systems that adapt any space for drama, music, or immersive multimedia events.

• What’s Next: Get a sneak preview of upcoming headline performances, family series events, and how you can get involved—whether you’re an aspiring performer, arts educator, or patron of the arts.

Whether you’re a longtime Dayton arts supporter or new to the scene, Toby’s insider perspective shows how the Roger Glass Center is powering our region’s performing-arts renaissance. Subscribe now and don’t miss an episode of The Dayton Drama Queens!

Join hosts Philip Drennen and Josh Stucky on The Dayton Drama Queens as they sit down with Libby Ballengee, the dynamic Programming Director for The Brightside venue and curator of Dayton 937’s live music calendar. Libby shares her journey from PR roles to becoming one of the leading voices behind Dayton’s resurgence as a live‑music destination.

• Curating Your Calendar: Get Libby’s insider tips on the must‑see acts this fall, including The Brightside’s Fall Concert Series kickoff and how Dayton 937 amplifies the best gigs, festivals, and pop‑up shows across the region.

• Supporting Local Music: Discover the behind‑the‑scenes work that goes into booking touring acts, championing up‑and‑coming homegrown talent, and building community partnerships to keep live music thriving in Dayton.

• What’s Next for 2025: Preview upcoming headliners, seasonal blockbusters, and how you can plug in—whether you’re a gig‑goer, artist, or sponsor looking to fuel Dayton’s creative economy.

In this episode of Dayton Drama Queens, hosts Philip Drennen and Josh Stucky sit down with Kathy Clark, veteran music educator and Choral Director of the Dayton Gay Men’s Chorus. In this episode, Kathy shares:

• From Classroom to Chorus Loft: how she arrived in Dayton fresh out of college, spent 30 years teaching high-school music, then found her calling with DGMC.

• Building a Community Voice: the story behind DGMC’s founding, its growth to 38+ members, and Kathy’s role in teaching, arranging and “Mission Anthem” composition.

• Stand-out Concert Moments: performing at the Roger Glass Center, the Ohio Gala (where Dayton “blew it away”), and Americana Festival—plus memorable collaborations with Nina West.

• Musical Diversity & Sacred Sound: why gospel arrangements and Westminster Presbyterian’s choir partnerships fuel her passion beyond barbershop standards.

• Pride, Purpose & Philanthropy: the Chorus’s mission to be a “gay-affirming presence” through choral excellence, community performances, and meaningful outreach.

• Looking Ahead: exploring new recruits, expanding repertoire, and ways YOU can support DGMC through donations, sponsorships, and attending their next concert.

Whether you’re a choral fan, an arts supporter, or a Dayton booster, Kathy’s journey proves how music can unite, uplift, and spark real change. Tune in to Dayton Drama Queens and subscribe for more insider conversations with the movers and shakers of our local arts scene!