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Patrick McLean
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Writer and Supporter of the Arts
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I just backed Christmas Cards with Puzzles: Santa’s Code Machine on @kickstarter.com www.kickstarter.com/projects/eli...
Christmas Cards with Puzzles: Santa’s Code Machine
A new cozy Christmas card with a cunning twist: your message is hidden in the puzzles!
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November 6, 2025 at 6:27 PM
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I just backed Ministry of Lost Things - Case 2: Finders Keypers on @kickstarter.com www.kickstarter.com/projects/pos...
Ministry of Lost Things - Case 2: Finders Keypers
Embark on a whimsical tabletop adventure full of beautifully illustrated tactile puzzles.
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October 7, 2025 at 9:28 PM
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A fantastic write up about an amazing documentary!
noproscenium.com No Proscenium @noproscenium.com · Aug 5
NoPro's Edward Mylechreest gives us a look at the Philly screening of performer Siobhán O’Loughlin's film doc of her 'Broken Bone Bathtub' tour, which played in the backyard of one of the homes she performed in over her multi-year tour.

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Wonderful ‘Broken Bone Bathtub: The Documentary’ Delights Audiences New & Old (Review)
Creator/performer Siobhán O’Loughlin perfectly recaptures the intimacy of her signature show for the silver screen
noproscenium.com
August 5, 2025 at 9:46 PM
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At the very least, take note of how little funds the foundation has issued and think about how much money these movies have made...
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Share Profits from Avatar with Indigenous Artists
Can you spare a minute to help this campaign?
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August 5, 2025 at 9:44 PM
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“There are some people who don’t feel secure to travel here,” Mulcahy said. “And we have people living in this country who don’t feel secure to leave and try to come back.”
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Canceled CSO recital signals bigger brewing visa crisis for musicians in Trump era
Esteemed German violinist Christian Tetzlaff is part of a growing wave of musicians and scholars who say they won’t, or can't, travel to the U.S. right now.
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May 29, 2025 at 5:33 PM
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I had the pleasure of experiencing two different and fantastic #immersive works for @noproscenium.com this week. Check out my thoughts (along with three other reviews) on the site now!
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Immersive Review Rundown: Stunning Sights, Sounds, Spectacle & Mystery
A wild cross section of immersive offerings in London, Chicago, SF, LA, and At-Home (FIVE REVIEWS)
noproscenium.com
May 14, 2025 at 5:41 PM
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Interesting read on the confluence of specialty bakeries and online influencers.
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Chicago bakeries like Del Sur have gone viral. Are the lines worth the taste?
Influencers have trained their cameras on baked goods. A Chicago food writer joins them in line.
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May 13, 2025 at 5:18 PM
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I recently saw two wonderful pieces of immersive entertainment. While both productions had limited runs, follow @ferrymanvr.bsky.social and #BirchHouseImmersive so you don't miss out on their next great experience!
March 19, 2025 at 1:53 PM
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OMG yet another year of amazing nominees! And while so many wonderful experiences happened, some are STILL running and available! So go check things out NOW and vote ASAP!
noproscenium.com No Proscenium @noproscenium.com · Feb 20
The nominees for this year's NoPro Audience Awards – aka The Immies – are here.

Voting is open to NoPro's Patreon Backers, paid tiers only, but all can see the nominees here:

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The 2025 NoPro Audience Awards Nominees
The Immies are Back!
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February 21, 2025 at 6:53 PM
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ATTN: Los Angeles actors and performers, this is a great FREE opportunity to audition for Disney Live Entertainment!
December 18, 2024 at 3:56 PM
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An interesting, illuminating read. Hope to see more conversations and actions of support for Stage Managers across all live performance experiences and events!
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How Do You Manage?
Who better to take the pulse of a changing industry than with the folks at the hub of the wheel: stage managers.
americantheatre.org
December 16, 2024 at 6:21 PM
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Three lovely reviews of three fantastic experiences audiences can check out right now! If you have a VR headset, Maestro is TRULY AMAZING!!!
December 11, 2024 at 3:16 AM
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I will never finish my #ttrpg backlog.
December 9, 2024 at 5:28 PM
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Having trouble finding the perfect gift for that certain someone?

We got you!

We're not even making affiliate link money off this because we think that's tacky!

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NoPro’s 2024 Gift Guide for Immersive Fans & Makers
Get your shop on while you can!
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November 29, 2024 at 8:00 PM
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A great call out on following through when making bold promises and choices! (Also, those sport puns, LOL)
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Update: Parfum de Mayonnaise
So what did the "scent of greatness" smell like?
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November 19, 2024 at 5:21 PM