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S1 Ep12: Big Broadway Energy with Stephen Riordan and Gabrielle Lenore
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Title: From Stage to Fringe: Exploring the Boundaries of Art with Gabrielle Lenore
Welcome to the world of Big Broadway Energy – a podcast that elevates the creative voices of local artists making their mark. In our latest episode, host Steven Riordan welcomes an extraordinary guest: Gabrielle Lenore. An artist whose journey is as compelling as it is inspiring, Gabrielle is more than just a performer – she’s an educator, a storyteller, and an advocate. Her path through the world of theater and improv leads us to explore topics that are not just artistic, but deeply human.
Meeting Gabrielle: A Journey of Reinvention
Gabrielle Lenore, whose middle name amusingly links to Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Raven,” is in the midst of revamping her life and artistic identity. Having met Stephen years ago in a community theater environment, Gabrielle’s journey spans community acting classes and a return to the classroom for long-form improv. Her adventurous spirit didn't just pause during the pandemic; it diversified. While pursuing art, Gabrielle became a licensed aesthetician and massage therapist. Despite a steady day job, her love for theater and acting fuels her artistic pursuits, including the challenge of improv.
Challenges and Authenticity: Living with Autism
For Gabrielle, being an artist is more than a profession; it’s a medium to break barriers and challenge misconceptions about autism. Gabrielle prefers the term “autistic artist” over “artist with autism,” emphasizing that autism is integral to her identity. This distinction highlights a broader conversation on how we address and represent autistic individuals – much like avoiding reductive labels in other areas of identity.
Political rhetoric around autism often skews towards outdated and prejudicial narratives – something Gabrielle refutes with her very existence. Autistic individuals contribute meaningfully to society in myriad ways, and Gabrielle’s insight into these experiences provides a much-needed, authentic perspective.
My Life as an Inspirational Porn Star: A Play with a Punch
Gabrielle’s latest creation, “My Life as an Inspirational Porn Star,” debuts at the Tampa Fringe Festival and will later travel to the prestigious Edinburgh Fringe Festival. The play’s intriguing title raises eyebrows, but its roots lie in a potent critique of how society portrays those with disabilities. Gabrielle draws on the concept of “inspirational porn” to lampoon stereotypes and redefine narratives around autism.
The play mixes true stories with elevated scenarios, bringing to light the NSFW aspects of Gabrielle’s experiences. She humorously delves into the life of a hypothetical washed-up child actress, exploring adult themes with vulnerability and candor. This one-woman show is a satire that challenges how marginalized communities are perceived in mainstream discourse.
Redefining Labels and Challenging Norms
The conversation with Gabrielle unveils the problematic history behind terms like Asperger’s and the necessity of understanding autism through a lens of support rather than functionality. By educating audiences, Gabrielle seeks to dismantle labels that dehumanize and instead promote a culture that values individuals for who they are – beyond their perceived utility in a capitalistic context.
Art remains Gabrielle’s refuge and mode of resistance. Through creation and performance, she asserts her space and narrates her truth, reminding us that at its core, art is a celebration of life in all its complexities.
Engagement Beyond Performance
Participating in events like the Tampa Fringe and Edinburgh Fringe Festivals offers Gabrielle the platform to engage audiences with her raw, honest storytelling. These festivals are a playground for experimental and daring performances, where Gabrielle’s message can resonate with diverse, international audiences. Her presence is a testament to the power of authentic voices in redefining cultural narratives.
Final Thoughts
Gabrielle Lenore's journey is not just about artistic achievement; it's a call to recognize and celebrate diverse experiences and identities. Her work underscores the belief that art is intrinsic to our humanity – turning “eh” into meaning and life.
For more information on “My Life as an Inspirational Porn Star” and to experience the vibrant world of unconventional theater, explore the Tampa Fringe and Edinburgh Fringe Festival offerings. And if you're in Florida or Scotland this summer, join Gabrielle as she redefines boundaries and inspires audiences.
Connect with Gabrielle
Follow Gabrielle on Instagram (@gabbycab13) and explore her content on TikTok to stay updated on her artistic journey. As she breaks new ground, Gabrielle invites you to join her in a celebration of what it means to be uniquely human.
Join the Big Broadway Energy Community
Listen to new episodes of Big Broadway Energy to hear more from artists who are redefining the stage and beyond. If you or someone you know would like to share their story, contact us at [email protected]. Until next time, be kind, be curious, and keep creating.
ABOUT STEPHEN RIORDAN Stephen Riordan is an arts professional having acted, directed, produced, and written in both in New York and St. Pete for over 25 years. Stephen recently made his American Stage debut in Weird in St. Pete, the first show in their “Beyond the Stage” series playing Peter Demens, the undisputed father of St. Petersburg. He is also in the cast of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. His podcast, “Big Broadway Energy ” highlights up-and-coming artists in our very own community. He recently directed Venus in Fur at the Studio@620 presented by Dead Canary Theater, his newest theater endeavor with Travis Moore and Rand Smith.
Welcome to the world of Big Broadway Energy – a podcast that elevates the creative voices of local artists making their mark. In our latest episode, host Steven Riordan welcomes an extraordinary guest: Gabrielle Lenore. An artist whose journey is as compelling as it is inspiring, Gabrielle is more than just a performer – she’s an educator, a storyteller, and an advocate. Her path through the world of theater and improv leads us to explore topics that are not just artistic, but deeply human.
Meeting Gabrielle: A Journey of Reinvention
Gabrielle Lenore, whose middle name amusingly links to Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Raven,” is in the midst of revamping her life and artistic identity. Having met Stephen years ago in a community theater environment, Gabrielle’s journey spans community acting classes and a return to the classroom for long-form improv. Her adventurous spirit didn't just pause during the pandemic; it diversified. While pursuing art, Gabrielle became a licensed aesthetician and massage therapist. Despite a steady day job, her love for theater and acting fuels her artistic pursuits, including the challenge of improv.
Challenges and Authenticity: Living with Autism
For Gabrielle, being an artist is more than a profession; it’s a medium to break barriers and challenge misconceptions about autism. Gabrielle prefers the term “autistic artist” over “artist with autism,” emphasizing that autism is integral to her identity. This distinction highlights a broader conversation on how we address and represent autistic individuals – much like avoiding reductive labels in other areas of identity.
Political rhetoric around autism often skews towards outdated and prejudicial narratives – something Gabrielle refutes with her very existence. Autistic individuals contribute meaningfully to society in myriad ways, and Gabrielle’s insight into these experiences provides a much-needed, authentic perspective.
My Life as an Inspirational Porn Star: A Play with a Punch
Gabrielle’s latest creation, “My Life as an Inspirational Porn Star,” debuts at the Tampa Fringe Festival and will later travel to the prestigious Edinburgh Fringe Festival. The play’s intriguing title raises eyebrows, but its roots lie in a potent critique of how society portrays those with disabilities. Gabrielle draws on the concept of “inspirational porn” to lampoon stereotypes and redefine narratives around autism.
The play mixes true stories with elevated scenarios, bringing to light the NSFW aspects of Gabrielle’s experiences. She humorously delves into the life of a hypothetical washed-up child actress, exploring adult themes with vulnerability and candor. This one-woman show is a satire that challenges how marginalized communities are perceived in mainstream discourse.
Redefining Labels and Challenging Norms
The conversation with Gabrielle unveils the problematic history behind terms like Asperger’s and the necessity of understanding autism through a lens of support rather than functionality. By educating audiences, Gabrielle seeks to dismantle labels that dehumanize and instead promote a culture that values individuals for who they are – beyond their perceived utility in a capitalistic context.
Art remains Gabrielle’s refuge and mode of resistance. Through creation and performance, she asserts her space and narrates her truth, reminding us that at its core, art is a celebration of life in all its complexities.
Engagement Beyond Performance
Participating in events like the Tampa Fringe and Edinburgh Fringe Festivals offers Gabrielle the platform to engage audiences with her raw, honest storytelling. These festivals are a playground for experimental and daring performances, where Gabrielle’s message can resonate with diverse, international audiences. Her presence is a testament to the power of authentic voices in redefining cultural narratives.
Final Thoughts
Gabrielle Lenore's journey is not just about artistic achievement; it's a call to recognize and celebrate diverse experiences and identities. Her work underscores the belief that art is intrinsic to our humanity – turning “eh” into meaning and life.
For more information on “My Life as an Inspirational Porn Star” and to experience the vibrant world of unconventional theater, explore the Tampa Fringe and Edinburgh Fringe Festival offerings. And if you're in Florida or Scotland this summer, join Gabrielle as she redefines boundaries and inspires audiences.
Connect with Gabrielle
Follow Gabrielle on Instagram (@gabbycab13) and explore her content on TikTok to stay updated on her artistic journey. As she breaks new ground, Gabrielle invites you to join her in a celebration of what it means to be uniquely human.
Join the Big Broadway Energy Community
Listen to new episodes of Big Broadway Energy to hear more from artists who are redefining the stage and beyond. If you or someone you know would like to share their story, contact us at [email protected]. Until next time, be kind, be curious, and keep creating.
ABOUT STEPHEN RIORDAN Stephen Riordan is an arts professional having acted, directed, produced, and written in both in New York and St. Pete for over 25 years. Stephen recently made his American Stage debut in Weird in St. Pete, the first show in their “Beyond the Stage” series playing Peter Demens, the undisputed father of St. Petersburg. He is also in the cast of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. His podcast, “Big Broadway Energy ” highlights up-and-coming artists in our very own community. He recently directed Venus in Fur at the Studio@620 presented by Dead Canary Theater, his newest theater endeavor with Travis Moore and Rand Smith.
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