In this episode, Dr. Noreen Barnes, a retired Theatre Graduate Program Director and Professor Emeritus at Virginia Commonwealth University, shares her journey of falling in love with theatre as a high school student. She also discusses the impact of her teachers and professors on her academic and professional development. Our conversation reflects on our shared love for all things theatre, creativity, and conscientious teaching, aiming to inspire students to discover their passions and make a positive impact on the world. As always, we wrap up with our favorite game of Top-Five, this time focusing on playwrights.