An online series with interviews, humor, and heart

“Chance Encounters” follows a late-night talk show format with host James McHale, a wise-cracking sidekick (Amanda Zarr), humorous bits, and, of course, interviews with spectacular special guests. The goal of this program is to keep you connected to the Chance and bring more positivity into our lives during this dark time.

 

WATCH EPISODES

Season 2, Episode 1
May 25, 2021

This episode includes:

  • A spotlight interview with community leaders Bette & Wylie Aitken
  • An interview with Chance cast & crew members of The Story of My Life
  • A surprising game of Zip Zap Zop
  • Artists read “Bad Reviews”
  • And much more!

Season 1, Episode 3
January 29, 2021

This episode includes:

  • Fun antics with host James and Amanda
  • An interview with Chance cast & crew members of The Vandal
  • A spotlight interview with 2019 Resident Playwright Jessica Huang
  • Announcement of Chance Theater’s 2021 Season
  • Artists read real-life (and hilarious) “Closing Night Notes”
  • And much more!

Season 1, Episode 2
November 17, 2020

This episode includes:

  • Fun with host James McHale and sidekick (but really the director) Amanda Zarr
  • An interview with cast members of Fun Home
  • A spotlight interview with theater critic Steven Stanley
  • The second installment of “Director’s Notes” with Chance Artists
  • And much more!

Season 1, Episode 1
September 15, 2020

Host James McHale welcomes you to a new Chance online series. This episode includes:

  • A special interview with the cast and creative team of our Ovation Award-winning production of Lizzie, The Musical
  • Spotlight interview with music director Ryan O’Connell
  • Funny segments with Chance Artists

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Nonprofit theaters are facing an unprecedented challenge, and we need your help now more than ever. Our doors are closed and there is no news about when we’ll be allowed to reopen. The significant loss of income has put us in a position where we need to raise additional funds to survive.

Some wonderful friends have pledged to match any generous donation you make dollar-for-dollar until we reach our $300,000 goal. If you can, please make a gift at any amount.

Click here to find out more about our Make Them Hear You Fund

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