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Hosted by comedian and actor Casey Kustak, The Premiere Podcast takes listeners on a journey though the ins and outs of The Premiere Playhouse as they prepare to put on high-quality stage shows for the Sioux Empire community throughout the year. Guests are interviewed and games are played as listeners learn more about what it takes to put on a mainstage production for an educational community theatre organization. The Premiere Podcast is Executive Produced by Oliver Mayes and Casey Kustak. thepremiereplayhouse.com Special thanks to Downtown Sioux Falls for providing the recording space for this production.
Episodes

Oct 26, 2026
Oct 26, 2026
1 hr 8 min
Welcome back to another episode and this time we are with the incomparable, Kyle Gifford. Kyle has been a part of TPP for just a few shows now, but their experience stretches the galaxy. We talk about their early beginnings from singing in the shower to their acting debut as the Cheshire Cat.... Of course, it wouldn't be an episode without a little American Idiot rehash and how we first met.
We close out the episode talking about Goosebumps and our favorite ham sandwiches. I may also have got Kyle to sing a bar or two...
Goosebumps premieres this week, Friday, October 30th and runs through Nov. 8th. Get your tickets Now! Performance selection [Goosebumps The Musical] - Washington Pavilion
(We perform in the Orpheum theatre and borrow the same ticketing system as Washington Pavillion)
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Sep 28, 2026
Sep 28, 2026
1 hr 11 min
Welcome Back Oliver! On this Episode of The Premiere Podcast, Oliver Mayes swings by to share an update from him as well as prep us for the upcoming productions of what Season 24 has to offer.
Then we have Light Designer for season 24, Ben Van Moer joins us. Learn more about his time behind the scenes, the way he works on his productions, his development of his students and peers and a few of his favorite things.
The Premiere Podcast is now the podcast for Teen Girls, Igors and Quasimodo's. So, if that's you, you are gonna love this!
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The Rocky Horror Shadow Cast - Tickets
Goosebumps: The Musical - Tickets

Aug 2, 2026
Aug 2, 2026
38 min
It's time again for the annual Penguin Project Performance (say that 10x fast). This year the Penguins and their mentors are performing Frozen Jr.! A fantastic show about the sibling bond and what happens when you leave a can of coke in the freezer for too long.
Frozen Jr is not just being performed by the Penguin Project, but also TPP's Youth Summer Camp. We invited Rigley (Penguin) and Penelope (Mentor and Youth Summer Camper) to talk their upcoming performances!
You can find tickets here: https://thepremiereplayhouse.com/productions-events/frozen-jr/
Youth Summer Camp Performances
Aug 7 and 8th 7pm
Aug 9th 2pm
Penguin Project Performances
Aug 14 and 15th 7pm
Aug 16th 2pm
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Upcoming Dates
Aug 19 Auditions Mixer!
Aug 25th and 26th - Goosebumps the Musical and Workshops/Events Auditions
Aug 29th Invited Callbacks for Goosebumps

Jun 10, 2026
Jun 10, 2026
1 hr 12 min
This week is load in week for Legally Blonde, so Casey sits with his ex-mistress... from 9 to 5, and her husband to discuss Legally Blonde, Music and Improv.
That's right it is everyone's favorite theatre couple, Mo Plastow and Drew Veurink!
We learn about their day jobs, their love for performing and what you can expect from The Premiere Playhouses production of Legally Blonde!
Legally Blonde! The Season 23 Finale! - https://wpmi-3encore.shop.secutix.com/selection/event/date?productId=10229132970891
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Jun 2, 2026
Jun 2, 2026
1 hr 15 min
This episode Casey visits with Logan Leavitt and Shawn Shannon II, the President and VP of Mighty Corson Art Players; and Casey visits with Shawn Shannon II and Logan Leavitt, the President and Vice President of the new theatre org, Siouxper Troopers. I know confusing.
Learn about the lengthy and not so lengthy history of both organizaitons, their past seasons and what's to come. Surprise Breaking News drop, MCAP Announces their directors for next year on THIS podcast. We got the exclusive, you got the ears. Listen!
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May 5, 2026
May 5, 2026
1 hr 16 min
Actor extraordinaire, best friend and high school football star, Tony Falk joins the show to discuss the actor's life, Noises Off and Death of a Salesman. All this while Casey does his usual bit interruptions. There are laughs to be had as he preps you for Death of Salesman opening May 15-17 at Dada Gastropub and Icon Lounge.
In one of the more serious of conversations Casey and Tony discuss Tony's Sobriety and how acting and his peers have helped him navigate his journey.
If you are in need of help or have a family member or friend that could use help (or even help yourself), please reach out. There are people there to help you and others in a time of need. Sobriety is no joke, it's hard, but worth it.
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SAFE Project: Offers a treatment locator and a family support locator to help locate treatment options and support for individuals and families.
These resources can provide guidance, support, and access to treatment programs tailored to individual needs. It is advisable to contact these centers directly to ensure they provide the services you require.
Death of Salesman May 15-17 Get tickets here! https://thepremiereplayhouse.com/productions-events/death-of-a-salesman/
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Apr 22, 2026
Apr 22, 2026
57 min
Special Episode of the podcast releases this week! Jess Johannsen guest hosts with Casey as they recap the middle of the TPP season, talk Season 24, Jess' love of Disney and her middle name. Enjoy listening to the J Jonah Jamison of TPP!
Tickets for Hairspray's final week! https://thepremiereplayhouse.com/productions-events/hairspray/
Get ready for Death of a Salesman, May 15-17! https://thepremiereplayhouse.com/productions-events/death-of-a-salesman/
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Apr 13, 2026
Apr 13, 2026
1 hr 24 min
Welcome Back! Another episode of The Premiere Podcast has dropped and we have guest host Etta McKinley joining us. Etta shares with us her start in music and theatre, her eleventy billion bands, and nonstop laughs.
Hairspray opens April 17-26 at the Orpheum Theatre in Sioux Falls. Get your tickets here: https://wpmi-3encore.shop.secutix.com/selection/event/date?productId=10229132970890
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