May 30, 2025
Episode 13 Summary
In this episode of Exploring Creativity, host Rich Pfeifer interviews Laura Thoma, a playwright from Guilford, Connecticut. Laura discusses her journey from being a professional ballet dancer at a young age to overcoming a career-ending injury and rediscovering her creativity through various art forms like photography. She shares how she transitioned into playwriting, the influences behind her characters, and the themes she explores, such as intergenerational connections, queer identity, and trauma. Laura also provides insights into her creative process, the challenges of character development and casting, and her latest play, 'Letter To My Soul,' which will premiere at the Guilford Live Arts Festival in August 2025.
Exploring Creativity - Episode 18 - Mace Vitale Summary
In this episode of Exploring Creativity, host Rich Pfeifer interviews Mace Vitale, a blacksmith at the Guilford Art Center in Guilford, Connecticut. Mace shares his journey into blacksmithing, which began with a serendipitous job posting for a "Hamm…
Exploring Creativity - Episode 17 - Jay Babina - Summary
The episode discusses the intricacies of plein air painting, emphasizing its challenges like shifting light, weather, distractions, and physical demands. Host Rich Pfeifer interviews Jay Babina, an artist from Branford, Connecticut, about his journe…
