The Life of a Stage Play

What is this?

A Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Theatrical Process

The Life of a Stage Play goes behind the scenes at the Bethany Lutheran College theatre to show the work required to put on a production. Starting with the playwright and ending with striking the set, this documentary discusses the different people and roles involved in making a play come to life.

How Can I Watch?

Free on YouTube in Chapters and Full-Length

The Life of a Stage Play can be watched below or on YouTube. Each chapter will also be available on its own if you prefer to watch in segments. An abridged 50-ish minute classroom edit is also in the works.

Watch On YouTube Chapter Playlist

Featured Productions

All of the productions featured in this film were performed at Bethany Lutheran College and most are available to watch online. Use the links below to view the productions on YouTube. Plays written by Peter Bloedel can be purchased from Playscripts.com

Icon Key: Original Script / Shakespeare / Performed at Bethany Lutheran College

(Some of) The People

A lot of people helped make this production possible. These three have more creative endeavors you can follow online.

Philip Wels

The Life of a Stage Play was a passion project for Philip and he hopes you found it entertaining and educational. If you want to say thanks you can buy him a Coffee.

Pete Bloedel

Pete has a YouTube channel It's a Creative Life where he showcases various creative projects, including prop tutorials and behind the scenes footage from the BLC Theatre.

Benji Inniger

Music for this production was graciously provided by Benji. You can hear more of Benji's music at HearBenji.com.