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# The Tao of John

www.jmauldin.com // The Official Website for John Mauldin (Actor, Director)

## Posts

- [Posts](https://www.jmauldin.com/posts)
- [Fall SETC 2011 in Atlanta](https://www.jmauldin.com/fall-setc-2011-2) - I got to be on the other side of the table at this past Fall SETC 2011 Professional Auditions in Atlanta, Ga. I was the initial screener of talent for FoodPlay Productions. I was the Deputy Casting Consultant. They promised me a badge...I never got it, LOL! I was amazed at the amount of talent
- [Sideshow at Actors Bridge presents](https://www.jmauldin.com/sideshow-actors-bridge-presents) - Just a side note, I will be in a staged reading of "A Sugar-Coated Pill" by Jim Reyland. I will be reading with Rachel Agee and directed by Erin Randolph. This reading is part of an awesome fringe festival in Nashville called The Sideshow Fringe Festival. The festival runs Sept. 29th thru Oct. 2, 2011.
- [Ten Minute Playhouse](https://www.jmauldin.com/ten-minute-playhouse) - I will reading Eric in Nic Puetz's play NewB which is a part of the ten minute play festival brought to you by Ten Minute Playhouse. The performances are at the Darkhorse Theatre in Nashville, Tn. Show time is 7:30pm. The festival is on Nov. 6th & 7th with my performance on the 7th. Tickets
- [UPTAdate 2012 (462)](https://www.jmauldin.com/uptadate-2012-462) - The weekend of February 4th-6th I went over to Memphis, TN to audition at the Unified Professional Theatre Auditions. My audition number was 462. I think it went fairly well. I got 3 callbacks. They were: Tecumseh!, Wayside Theatre, and Texas Shakespeare Festival. I would like to thank these organizations for calling me back and
- [Gig alert: Of Mice and Men](https://www.jmauldin.com/gig-alert-mice-men) - UPDATE: I have been cast as Lennie Small in Boiler Room Theatre's production of "Of Mice and Men". The show runs April 13th through May 5th, 2012. I am super excited to be part of this production and very grateful for this opportunity. More info to follow...soon.
- [Press release for Boiler Room Theatre's "Of Mice and Men"](https://www.jmauldin.com/press-release-boiler-room-theatres-of-mice-men) - So, here's the press release as picked up by Broadway World's Jefferey Ellis! Getting close!!! Boiler Room Theatre April 13th-May 5th, 2012.
- [Boiler Room Theatre "Of Mice and Men" opens this Friday](https://www.jmauldin.com/boiler-room-theatre-of-mice-men-opens-friday) - So we are about to open "Of Mice and Men" this Friday and I am super stoked. This has been a great cast to work with and everyone has strong acting moments throughout the course of the play. Thanks to Travis Brazil for his direction and for giving me this opportunity to play Lennie. Getcha
- ["Of Mice and Men": the reviews are in...it's a hit!](https://www.jmauldin.com/of-mice-men-reviews-in-its-hit) - So, the reviews are in and all were very kind to the production. There were also very kind words about my performance as well. I am greatly appreciative for the positive feedback from the critics as well as the theatre-goers who have expressed similar sentiments. The response has been overwhelming! This has been a wonderful
- [The Fall is Looking Good](https://www.jmauldin.com/fall-good) - So, Fall of 2012 is looking pretty good! I just booked a couple of gigs. I will play Sam Robish in The Desperate Hours for Street Theatre Company which runs Oct. 12-28th. Then around the Holiday Season I will play both Christmas Present and Old Joe in A Christmas Carol for Lamplighter's Theatre Company which
- [The Desperate Hours Rehearsals have begun](https://www.jmauldin.com/the-desperate-hours-rehearsals-have-begun) - The rehearsals have begun for The Desperate Hours which will be run October 12-28 at Street Theatre Company. I am really enjoying working with the cast and director. The play creates a hostile and raw world which demands a lot of the cast. Playing psychopath, Sam Robish, in the stressful situation of a home invasion is not a walk in the park. But it should be good theatre!
- [A Sneak Peak: Sam Robish in The Desperate Hours](https://www.jmauldin.com/a-sneak-peak-sam-robish-in-the-desperate-hours) - So here's a sneak peek into what Sam Robish will look like in the home invasion thriller, The Desperate Hours. The production runs Oct. 12th-28th at Street Theatre Company. Here are some photos taken after PR photo shoot...more details to come soon! Remember, it's only a play.
- [The Desperate Hours Opens Tonight!](https://www.jmauldin.com/the-desperate-hours-opens-tonight) - Well, it's the day of the show, y'all! I am very pleased with the work on this project! Top to bottom. Kudos and Break Legs to my fellow cast/crew! Come on down to Street Theatre Company and see this powerful show!
- [Amadeus closes a critical success](https://www.jmauldin.com/amadeus-closes-a-critical-success) - Kudos to the cast and crew of Blackbird Theater's Amadeus for an amazing run!I am thankful to Wes Driver and Greg Greene for inviting me into the fold on this one. This was a fun process and I thoroughly enjoyed working with you all! What the critics said: "Blackbird Theater hits high notes with its
- [Escanaba in da Moonlight: in Rehearsals!](https://www.jmauldin.com/escanaba-in-da-moonlight-in-rehearsals) - The next project for me..."Escanaba in da Moonlight". I am playing Reuben Soady in this Jeff Daniels comedy at Boiler Room Theatre. It runs May 31st-June 15 2013!
- [Escanaba PR Photo](https://www.jmauldin.com/escanaba-pr-photo)
- [Escanaba in da Moonlight opens this Friday](https://www.jmauldin.com/escanaba-in-da-moonlight-opens-this-friday) - Boiler Room Theatre's production of Jeff Daniels' Escanaba in da Moonlight opens this Friday, May 31st! Curtain at 8pm. See ya at the theatre!!
- [Escanaba in da Moonlight Slideshow](https://www.jmauldin.com/escanaba-in-da-moonlight-slideshow) - Escanaba in da Moonlight by Jeff Daniels opens 5/31 and runs thru 6/15 at the Boiler Room Theatre. Photos by Rick Malkin. Call 615-794-7744 for tickets! You can order online here! Use the promotion code "Cabin" and receive a discount on your tickets!!
- [Escanaba in da Moonlight closes as a crowd favorite](https://www.jmauldin.com/escanaba-in-da-moonlight-closes-as-a-crowd-favorite) - I just want to say that this play was a mess. An absolute mess! But what a fun mess, eh! I had a blast playing Reuben Soady! I am very thankful for the opportunity afforded me by the Boiler Room Theatre! Lisa Gillespie was a wonderful director to work with and Ginny Lodholz a superb
- [The Children's Hour...my next gig](https://www.jmauldin.com/the-childrens-hour-my-next-gig) - I have been cast to play Dr. Joseph Cardin in Street Theatre Company's production of Lillian Hellman's The Children's Hour
- [The Children's Hour PR Poster](https://www.jmauldin.com/the-childrens-hour-pr-poster-2)
- [The Children's Hour Slide Show](https://www.jmauldin.com/the-childrens-hour-slide-show) - The Children’s Hour by Lillian Hellman and produced by Street Theatre Company Sept. 6-Sept.22, 2013
- [The Children's Hour closes but leaves it's mark](https://www.jmauldin.com/the-childrens-hour-closes-but-leaves-its-mark) - When I was cast in this play I vastly underestimated the emotional heft that was packed into a play written in 1934.
- [Audition Notice for The Unseen](https://www.jmauldin.com/the-unseen-audition-notice) - I am directing Craig Wright's The Unseen as part of the Internship program at Tennessee Rep. Please contact Tennessee Rep directly, if interested.
- [Behind the Scenes: Look into The Unseen](https://www.jmauldin.com/behind-the-scenes-look-into-the-unseen) - Here is a brief look into the promo photo shoot for The Unseen by Craig Wright. It is TN Rep's Intern Showcase for 2014 and I am directing this production. It runs April 27-28, 2014 in Studio A at NPT.
- [Trailer for The Unseen](https://www.jmauldin.com/trailer-for-the-unseen) - Here's the trailer for The Unseen by Craig Wright. I'm directing this play for the Tennessee Repertory Theatre and the 2013-2014 Interns as their capstone showcase performance.
- [The Unseen closes after a brief but successful run!](https://www.jmauldin.com/the-unseen-closes-after-a-brief-but-successful-run) - The Unseen by Craig Wright, the 2014 TN Rep Intern Showcase, has come and gone. It had a two performance run by design...a very limited engagement, if you will. Nevertheless, it was a successful experience for all involved! I would like to thank, again, Tennessee Repertory Theatre; and especially the interns, for asking me to
- [BBT:  Roger's Version Opens Tonight](https://www.jmauldin.com/bbt-rogers-version-opens-tonight) - Blackbird Theater presents the world premiere production of ROGER'S VERSION, an original stage adaptation of the novel by John Updike. The story follows Roger Lambert, a bad-tempered divinity professor who finds his staid academic life and complacent faith challenged by the passionate ideas of Dale Kohler, a grad student who seeks to prove God's existence
- [Of Mice and Men Slideshow](https://www.jmauldin.com/mice-men-slideshow)
- [My Nashville Predators Commercial](https://www.jmauldin.com/test-post) - This is my Nashville Preds commercial...enjoy!
- [Voice-Over Samples](https://www.jmauldin.com/voice-over-samples) - For Voice-Over Samples, please follow the links : Conversational Voice: I host a weekly theatre based podcast entitled The Inexplicable Dumb Show. Character based voice work (IDS Summer Rep & Plays on the Intrawebs): Sherlock Holmes, Knox Manning, Alfred (butler), and Rachel Howells in Sherlock Holmes episode entitled "The Musgrave Ritual". IDS 335. Bob in
- [what is old, is new again!  To Moscow!](https://www.jmauldin.com/what-is-old-is-new-again-to-moscow) - I'm playing the role of Chebutykin. I want to thanks Verge Theater Company and Belmont University Theatre Department for giving me this opportunity to return to a role that I played almost 20 years ago.
- [The Odd Couple: A Post Mortem](https://www.jmauldin.com/the-odd-couple-a-post-mortem) - Having just finished The Odd Couple (Jan.12-Feb.12,2017) out at Chaffin's Barn Dinner Theatre, I have to say it was a blast! This was one of those times in the theatre where everything comes together: cast, direction, set, audience...and the mixture of everything creates something that is very special. I think that the change of ownership
- [The Crucible at Blackbird Theater](https://www.jmauldin.com/the-crucible-at-blackbird-theater) - This is my next project and it is going to epic. The show artwork is incredible, the cast is killer, and the director and design team are top notch. I’m thrilled to be playing Thomas Putnam in this production. Mark the dates, y'all and check out Blackbird Theater for more details. Tickets here.
- [Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead at Nashville Rep: A Post Mortem](https://www.jmauldin.com/rosencrantz-and-guildenstern-are-dead-at-nashville-rep-a-post-mortem) - I was very thrilled to be involved in this project. I enjoyed working with all involved from my cast-mates, to the fabulous director Rene Copeland, and all those wonderfully amazing artists at Nashville Repertory Theatre. It was a stunningly beautiful visual production. I look forward to working with all these talented folks again soon! What
- [Actor Night for Nobody's Perfect](https://www.jmauldin.com/actor-night-for-nobodys-perfect) - THIS WEDNESDAY JUNE 24 @ 8PM is... $10* ( cash only) Actor's "NIGHT" (details below) NOBODY'S PERFECT Chaffin's Barn Dinner Theatre 8204 TN Hwy 100 37221  Produced by John and Janie Chaffin Directed by Martha Wilkinson  Costume Design by Jamie Scott Set Design by Martha Wilkinson Lighting Design by Cecilia Lighthall and Martha Wilkinson
- [Trailer for: Scarecrows Will Never See the Sunset](https://www.jmauldin.com/trailer-for-scarecrows-will-never-see-the-sunset) - Published on Aug 19, 2014 Playhouse Nashville presents the World Premiere of Darren Michael's SCARECROWS WILL NEVER SEE THE SUNSET nightly through August 24, 2014 at 7:30pm in residence at 1933 Elm Hill Pike. Inspired by actual events during the 1920s & 30s oil boom in rural Arkansas, this non-linear journey into the tragic events
- [New Gig Alert: Thorn Bradshaw in Scarecrows Will Never See the Sunset](https://www.jmauldin.com/new-gig-alert-thorn-bradshaw-in-scarecrows-will-never-see-the-sunset) - I am proud to announce that I got the word that I will be playing Thorn Bradshaw in Playhouse Nashville's production of Scarecrows Will Never See the Sunset by Darren V. Michael. It runs August 16-24, 2014. Here's the "official word": Two days of auditions. One dynamic ensemble. We are delighted to announce Michael Adcock,
- [Roger's Version Closes after a Successful Run](https://www.jmauldin.com/rogers-version-closes-after-a-successful-run) - Blackbird Theater's production of their adaptation of John Updike's Roger's Version closes after a limited run to a enthusiastic response from audience and critics alike. Here's what was said: Tennessean theatre critic Amy Stumpfl offers a first review of our production of ROGER’S VERSION, saying “Blackbird has produced another remarkably compelling piece of theater”. Read
- [Rehearsals Started Today: Amadeus](https://www.jmauldin.com/rehearsals-started-today-amadeus) - Opens March 8th and runs thru March 23rd. I am playing Salieri's Valet/Ensemble.
- [Summer and Smoke opens TONIGHT!](https://www.jmauldin.com/summer-and-smoke-opens-tonight) - Tonight is the opening of MTSU's production of TN Williams' play Summer and Smoke and I am very pleased with the production. The cast have worked their tails off and the lights, set, costumes are gorgeous! If you are in the Middle Tennessee area please stop by Tucker Theatre Feb. 18-21 at 7:30pm
- [PHS '92](https://www.jmauldin.com/phs-92) - I think I have recovered from the re-union. I have to say it was not an existential meltdown as I had anticipated. We haven't changed all that much over the years aside from more or less weight and more or less hair. I haven't been back to Pana since the mid '90's and the town
- [some OF MICE AND MEN photos](https://www.jmauldin.com/mice-men-photos)
- [True West](https://www.jmauldin.com/true-west) - So I have a gig! I am Saul Kimmer in People's Branch Theatre's production of True West. Show Info: TRUE WEST True West is one of Sam Shepard's funniest plays, as well as one of his most brutal. Austin is a stable, successful Hollywood screenwriter, Lee his menacing vagabond brother, and True West is
- [Of Mice and Men Poster](https://www.jmauldin.com/mice-men-poster) - So, here 'tis:
- [12th Night or What You Will](https://www.jmauldin.com/12th-night-or-what-you-will) - “Be not afraid of greatness: Some are born great, some achieve greatness, And some have greatness thrust upon ’em.” – TWELFTH NIGHT; Act II, Scene 5 NAKED STAGES and the VALHALLA SHAKESPEARE PROJECT will bring their own modern twist to one of the Bard’s greatest comedies this May with an all-star cast of Nashville
- [Hold that thought... Mark Cabus, everyone.](https://www.jmauldin.com/hold-that-thought-mark-cabus-everyone) - Unforeseeable circumstances have forced us to postpone our upcoming performances of I AM MY OWN WIFE until later this spring. We apologize to our Naked Stages patrons and to the community for any inconvenience this incurs. I AM MY OWN WIFE has stirred an enormous amount of interest in Nashville, and we look forward to
- [The Rainmaker has closed.](https://www.jmauldin.com/the-rainmaker-has-closed) - After a successful run, The Rainmaker, has closed at Chaffin's Barn. I would like to thank several people for the good times at the barn. First off, Samuel Whited for casting me, Martha Wilkinson for going along with Sam and Mary Jo Weaver for running a tight, but awesome ship thru the rehearsal process to
- [Fall SETC 2011](https://www.jmauldin.com/fall-setc-2011) - So it's that time of year again, fall SETC auditions in Atlanta...this year, the twist. I am actually going to be sitting on the other side of the table. I am going to be an auditionor instead of a auditionee. I will be helping out FoodPlay productions. I want to thank them for giving me
- [sometimes a new look is what you need](https://www.jmauldin.com/sometimes-a-new-look-is-what-you-need) - So, there is a new look for the website. Um, so, that thing about necessity being the mother of invention, well, I looked at the site last night only to discover it wasn't there. Once the panic subsided, it was time to figure out the issue. So what I came up with is my existing
- [A 1945 Code of Ethics for Theatre Workers](https://www.jmauldin.com/a-1945-code-of-ethics-for-theatre-workers) - From LA Stage Times, article by Janet Thielke: by Janet Thielke | August 11, 2009 While appearing on Broadway in her Tony-nominated role of Jeanette in The Full Monty in August, 2001, Equity member Kathleen Freeman died of lung cancer . Equity Councillor Jane A. Johnston, a longtime friend and executrix for Ms. Freeman’s estate,
- [$10 "Actor" Night for The Rainmaker 5/25/11](https://www.jmauldin.com/10-actor-night-for-the-rainmaker-52511) - Just follow the instructions: Wednesday, May 25 @ 8pm is $10* ( cash only) Actor's Night for THE RAINMAKER A ROMANTIC COMEDY BY N. RICHARD NASH At Chaffin's Barn Dinner Theatre 8204 TN Hwy 100 37221 PRODUCED BY JOHN & JANIE CHAFFIN Directed by SAM WHITED Costume Design & Construction by Billy Ditty Scenic Design
- [The Rainmaker is a hit!](https://www.jmauldin.com/the-rainmaker-is-a-hit) - So we were reviewed by Jeffrey Ellis for BroadwayWorld.com and it was very positive. The review is here. So come on down to Chaffin's Barn Dinner Theatre and see this show! Tickets by calling 615-646-9977 or 1-800-282-barn(2276).
- [The Rainmaker at Chaffin's Barn Dinner Theatre](https://www.jmauldin.com/the-rainmaker-at-chaffins-barn-dinner-theatre) - So, gig alert! I am playing Sheriff Thomas in N. Richard Nash's The Rainmaker. It is being produced at Chaffin's Barn Dinner Theatre in Nashville. It is my first time out there and I am having a blast. The play is directed by Sam Whited. It is a super cast to work with and should
- [Humana Week 1](https://www.jmauldin.com/humana-week-1) - The IDS first episode of #HF35 coverage (feat. Maple/Vine and Edith Can Shoot...) is live & can be found here: http://tinyurl.com/3err42l I really enjoyed these two plays. I enjoyed all the plays this year...so that is great thing from the standpoint of being an audience member. A couple plays seemed forced but not overly didactic.
- [Hail Mary](https://www.jmauldin.com/hail-mary) - So, I just auditioned for a pilot episode of a CBS series entitled Hail Mary starring Minnie Driver. It was a video taped submission...so...who knows if anything will come of it. Fingers crossed... more to follow
- [960 Callbacks](https://www.jmauldin.com/960-callbacks) - So, an UPTAdate about my auditions in Memphis. First time at UPTA's and I thought they were really well done. The snow was a pain as some companies bailed before my audition. I understand. I was in the last group on the last day, so on the positive, those left were really glad to see
- [A walk on role?](https://www.jmauldin.com/a-walk-on-role) - It is a unique situation. It is a situation that fits the play thematically... somehow...the play, Romeo & Juliet. And here it is, Theatre Ensemble of Nashville is producing Romeo and Juliet and one of the actors, Josiah Gibbs (who I have previously directed and taught in class) is playing Lord Capulet; unfortunately, he had
- [960 ](https://www.jmauldin.com/960) - I am gearing up for my first time to audition at UPTA. This is on Feb. 7th. I am auditionee number 960. I am very excited for this opportunity and look forward to the challenges presented. More to follow.
- [On to a new adventure](https://www.jmauldin.com/on-to-a-new-adventure) - So I am off on a new adventure, I am gearing up for my audition at the Fall 2010 SETC Professional Auditions. I am also gearing up for a new head shot. Trying to get all my ducks in row. I have set up my page on Actors Access and all that good stuff. I
- [well, it is time for a new look](https://www.jmauldin.com/well-it-is-time-for-a-new-look) - I am in a period of change and I felt that the website could do with a little sprucing up.  I am even tweeting now...I know something has frozen over. I have finished up this year's gov. school and I am looking forward to the next adventure that is around the corner. More to follow!
- [Production Stills](https://www.jmauldin.com/production-stills)
- [True West 2 as Saul Kimmer](https://www.jmauldin.com/true-west-2-as-saul-kimmer)
- [True West 1 as Saul Kimmer](https://www.jmauldin.com/true-west-1-as-saul-kimmer)
- [The Summer is upon us](https://www.jmauldin.com/the-summer-is-upon-us) - So update time: I am gearing up for this year's TN Gov. School for the Arts. I think we have an exciting program lined up this year. I am really getting pumped for it. I auditioned for TN Rep's season...so any positive vibes sent my way would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
- [PBT 10x10x2](https://www.jmauldin.com/pbt-10x10x2) - So my 10 minute play Random is in this festival...come check it out! March 4-6, 2010, 7:30PM Black Box Theatre, Belmont University Ten playwrights. Ten plays. Ten minutes. People's Branch Theatre presents 10x10x2 PBT's Second Annual Festival of Short Plays 30 Plays in 30 Days March 4, 5, & 6, 2010 7:30 pm Black Box
- [So what's new...again.](https://www.jmauldin.com/so-whats-new-again) - So time has flown by and updates are forgotten...this is why the artist's way was not a big success for me. Journaling and updating are clearly not my strong suit. I have to admit sometimes I can get 'technoed out" and the last thing I want to do is face a computer screen...yeah, I know...
- [what's the latest?](https://www.jmauldin.com/whats-the-latest) - Since I last wrote...let's see...TN Governor School for the Arts has had auditions, I am starting to line up the summer program and staff. My university has held our regional KCACTF festival. I drove a shuttle van so...I didn't see much of the goings on at all, unfortunately. I am gearing up for my travel
- [Oedipus Rex at the Parthenon](https://www.jmauldin.com/oedipus-rex-at-the-parthenon) - So after I tackled Shakespeare at MTSU...I performed as Oedipus in Oedipus the King. I have had the most wonderful time working with John Holleman who directed the project and created our masks. It goes without saying how much fun this project was with such a wonderful pair of actors to work with..."Hollywood" Jackie Springfield
- [On the Move](https://www.jmauldin.com/on-the-move) - So March is a month on the move for me...I started it off by going to SETC in Birmingham with IDS. I ,then, went on vacation to the world of Walt Disney with the family. Soon...the family and I will be attending my cousin, Jessica's wedding. I shall finish the month in Louisville attending the
- [New Look...New Year!](https://www.jmauldin.com/new-looknew-year) - All right, so with the new year comes a new look for the website. I know it is February already...but better late than never. I felt that with the incoming year of 2009 that the Tao of John needed some sprucing up. A lot has been going on...Summer and Smoke is moving right along and
- [RIP Dale McGilliard](https://www.jmauldin.com/rip-dale-mcgilliard) - I will not presume to know the scope and breadth of everyone's relationship with Dale nor will I prescribe an emotion to their hearts; however, since this also serves as my vessel of grief...I will say that I lost a mentor, teacher, and friend. I am deeply saddened. Time is limitless but our lives are
- [Summer and Smoke](https://www.jmauldin.com/summer-and-smoke) - Well, it's official. I will be directing MTSU's February production of Tennessee Williams' play, Summer and Smoke. I am very excited to be working on this project and I am looking forward to auditions on November 16th. This play will have some very intriguing challenges but I am sure that I will grow as an
- [12th Night Video](https://www.jmauldin.com/12th-night-video) - Here's a promotional video for Naked Stages production of 12th Night... For more videos of 12th Night featuring all the cast members go here!
- [Humana Festival](https://www.jmauldin.com/humana-festival) - I am really tired from this past weekend...but it's a good tired. IDS went to the 32nd Humana Festival at Actor's Theatre of Louisville and we had a blast! We took in a lot of shows and talked to a lot of great people. I really have to thank Kyle Shepherd for all her hard
- [Help Me Help Jerry With Some Kids](https://www.jmauldin.com/help-me-help-jerry-with-some-kids) - This year, I have the honor and pleasure of participating in MDA's Murfreesboro 2008 to help "Jerry's Kids®". To reach my goal I need your help! I'd like to include you on my list of contributors who are helping me reach my goal. Your donation would help MDA continue the important fight against muscular dystrophy.
- [I am My Own Wife--rescheduled](https://www.jmauldin.com/i-am-my-own-wife-rescheduled) - Dear Naked Stages Patron, We're pleased to announce that I AM MY OWN WIFE will premiere at Belmont's Troutt Theatre on June 5-15 (with a June 4 preview performance). Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door (all discounts still apply) and may be purchased through TicketsNashville as always. We hope you will
- [SETC leads to ATL Humana Festival](https://www.jmauldin.com/setc-leads-to-atl-humana-festival) - Wow, last week was insane. It was spring break...and SETC was in Chattonooga. IDS was there. We got some great interviews and those have lead us to Louisville, KY. Later this month, Tee and I will be heading up to the Humana Festival to take in that theatrical event! I can't wait. March has had
- [Naked Plays by Naked Stages](https://www.jmauldin.com/naked-plays-by-naked-stages) - I am directing one of the three plays in this new play reading festival that runs Feb. 21-23 at Bongo Java near Belmont University in Nashville. The play I am working on is Dependence Day by Anne Nelson. The cast is extremely talented and will be a joy to work with...so come on out and
- [2008](https://www.jmauldin.com/2008) - I have been very lax in keeping this current...my bad. A lot of stuff is in the works for 2008. The first thing up is the TN Gov. School for the Arts Auditions which are happening on Jan. 5th and Jan. 12th. I am the Theatre Division Chair for TN GSFTA and have been very
- [A pound of flesh](https://www.jmauldin.com/a-pound-of-flesh) - Â Come see me in the Merchant of Venice! At Belmont University (Nashville, TN) in their new black box theatre(The Troutt Center) : Wed (pay what you can), Thu (talkback panel following the show), Fri, Sat Oct 17-20//7:30pm show Tickets for these Belmont shows are $20 for adults and $15 for students and can be purchased
- [GIG ALERT- The Merchant of Venice](https://www.jmauldin.com/gig-alert-the-merchant-of-venice) - So I booked a gig! I will be playing Salanio, the Prince of Arragon, and the Duke of Venice in Naked Stages production of "The Merchant of Venice". I am really stoked to be part of this project and the three roles will keep me very busy for the next coming weeks. It will first
- [The Merchant of Venice](https://www.jmauldin.com/the-merchant-of-venice)
- [So it goes...](https://www.jmauldin.com/so-it-goes) - It's that time of year again...back to school. Time to finish prepping for another full semester of teaching at MTSU. I am excited by the prospects that the year holds. Other things... The wife and I saw John Mayer in concert and I have to say that it was awesome. He is really a quality
- [Audition update](https://www.jmauldin.com/audition-update) - So on July 29, I was sent on an audition by my agent Sharon Smith for a Shooter Jennings video. The audition was held by Jimmy Kup Casting. I had a real blast as a shop lifting nere-do-well. Keep your fingers crossed for me! Check out more info on this in the upcoming episode #52
- [wake up call](https://www.jmauldin.com/wake-up-call) - So I recently opened my mail and received a wake up call. It was an invitation to my 15 year high school re-union. Wow. Has it been that long...I feel old. I do look forward to seeing all my old classmates and getting the updates to their lives. I guess being involved with high school
- [Hello world!](https://www.jmauldin.com/hello-world) - So I am on the David Lawrence Show while I' m setting up this website...talk about multi-tasking. I decided to put the proof in the pudding and develop my website. For those that found this by pure cosmic luck, I am one half of the podcast duo featured on The Inexplicable Dumb Show and a
- [2007 TNGSFTA](https://www.jmauldin.com/2007-tngsfta) - So today is the last day of a full five week intensive theatre program (which I am the chair of) and I have to say that I'm a little saddened. I have to say a big "thank you" to my faculty, staff and counselors. Their work has been phenomenal. To the 2007 theatre gang: Your
- [8gu(i)rl Haiku](https://www.jmauldin.com/8guirl-haiku) - Two mouths speaking Lost in translation falling Sin of all failing
- [07/09/06 Haiku](https://www.jmauldin.com/070906-haiku) - upcoming birth child heartbeat picture of new life welcome my first boy
- [3/16/03 the fountain (anniversary haiku)](https://www.jmauldin.com/31603-the-fountain-anniversary-haiku) - wife lover mother compassion is flowing stream heartbeat family strong
- [Commercial Success](https://www.jmauldin.com/commercial-success) - So I am pleased to announce my own cafe press store. You will find the link under the linkage list on the right. You want a T-shirt with my face on it...who wouldn't right?

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