What a joy to be interviewed by you, Richard, with your infectious positivity and you devotion to the theater. You asked me why I suppose it is that actors are willing to open up to me as they do and I think you yourself are a practitioner of the same technique that engenders that from them-- you listen and your only goal is to celebrate the work and its impact. Who wouldn't want to talk to someone with an agenda like that? Thank you!

Eddie Shapiro: Here's To The Ladies, Conversations with Broadway's Leading Ladies

RE: Interview with Douglas Cohen:

It was like watching a match of two tennis pros, each outdoing the other in the spirit of enjoying the game.

 

Doug, I really enjoyed getting to know you a bit better through Richard's skillful questioning.

You are so correct when you liken him to Merv Griffin, who could put a guest at ease with his mild,

 

compassionate manner, and then zoom in with a probing question. Your cheerful nature came through

vividly, and I felt you were both in my living room.

 

Richard, I wish you could do this regularly on TV -- you are such a master at this!

 

Jacqueline Parker, NYC

Richard is a generous, astute, and eloquent interviewer. I was honored to receive an invitation to share time with him and discuss the Off-Broadway premiere of my 1-woman musical, "Baggage at the Door." The themes and subject matter within "Baggage at the Door" center around PTSD patterns & recovery which are informed by my own personal life experiences; Richard deftly crafted questions about my writing & performing processes with a tender hand. As a new playwright getting my first opportunity on the Off-Broadway stage, Richard asked things about my work that I've never been asked before, and it was wonderful to realize that he was truly curious and interested in my process and creative execution. Through our whole conversation, I felt plum lucky to be there. He's supportive, he's charming, he's an incredible light shining like a beacon of joy to celebrate so many different kinds of theatrical offerings within our ever-changing industry.

Dana Aber,  www.DanaAber.com

Richard Skipper graciously invited me to join his Friday afternoon round up to participate in a wonderful conversation with some very esteemed performers. I was honored to be among such talent and to have Richard help me promote my show. Richard, thank you so much for your help! I had a wonderful time on your show and hope to join you at some point in the future! All the best, Christopher "Saloon Singer" Collette, Philadelphia, PA