A SEASON OF AUDIO THEATER
Keen Company’s 21st Season will reimagine the classic radio drama with the debut of five world premiere audio plays from a multifaceted group of Off-Broadway playwrights.
Hear/Now welcomes patrons into a theater of their imagination, showcasing new work by Pearl Cleage, Kate Cortesi, finkle, James Anthony Tyler, and musical team Melissa Li and Kit Yan. Keen patrons will recognize all of these playwrights as alumni of our mainstage, Playwrights Lab, and Keen Teens programs.
Like a radio drama, all Hear/Now productions will be audio-only. Patrons can expect an intimate, engrossing, fully-produced show that will feel just as satisfying as a great night at the theater! Close your eyes and escape to Off-Broadway.
All audio plays will be released completely FREE for everyone here on Keen Company’s website as well as through popular podcast platforms.
Looking for special perks? You can support Keen Company by purchasing a season membership and receive early access to all episodes as well as exclusive content. Membership options start at just $1 a month and bonus content includes talkbacks with playwrights and artists, panels with experts, behind the scenes interviews, digital programs, opening night premiere parties, and more!
DECEMBER 2020
1993
by finkle
A queer kaleidoscopic journey examining the power of one’s voice to reclaim the past.
FEBRUARY 2021
Digging in the Dark
by Pearl Cleage
Listen in as one family excavates generational wounds to settle an old score before sunrise.
MARCH 2021
All We Need Is Us
by James Anthony Tyler
An intimate look at unprecedented times, and a reminder that we can at least rely on each other.
APRIL 2021
Radio Nowhere
by Kate Cortesi
Tune in as a scrappy telethon turns into an exploration of grief, art, and the genius myth.
MAY 2021
Adventurephile
by Melissa Li and Kit Yan
Join travel podcasters exploring an uninhabited island. This trip is going to be so good, it's scary.
The Hear/Now Season of Audio Theater is Artistic Directed by Jonathan Silverstein, with Director of New Work Jeremy Stoller.
Season Audio Consultant is Garrett Schultz. Hear/Now theme composed by Billy Recce.
LISTEN ANYWHERE FOR FREE
Hear/Now is available on your favorite podcasting apps like Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn, iHeartRadio, and more! Click below to listen on each platform, or search “Keen Company Hear/Now” wherever you listen!
Not a Podcast App User?
Don’t worry! All shows will also be available on our website for FREE.
Just check back here for more updates or join our mailing list so you never miss an episode!
Looking for Transcriptions?
All Hear/Now episodes will be fully transcribed for deaf and hard of hearing patrons. Transcription services provided by Inclusive Communication Services, Inc.
BECOME A MEMBER FOR EXCLUSIVE CONTENT
Memberships start at just $1 a month and perks include talkbacks with playwrights and artists, panels with experts, behind the scenes interviews, digital programs, opening night premiere parties, and more! Your membership will support Keen Company’s work and earn you bonus content.
It’s a win-win. Join as a Hear/Now Season Member now!
Loyal Listener
Early access to all episodes and events.
Receive a special discount to benefit broadcasts as well as early access to tickets!
Passionate Player
All previous PLUS…
A Digital Program for each show.
Members-only Talkbacks after every show with playwrights and artists.
Spirited Streamer
All previous PLUS…
Three Panel Discussions with experts chatting about topics related to the season's content.
Two Ask Us Anything sessions with Keen Company's Artistic Director and industry guests.
Avid Audiophile
All previous PLUS…
Exclusive invitations to opening night Premiere Parties celebrating each show, virtually mix and mingle with artists and fellow theater lovers!
*The Special 21st Season Level!