Jane Jenkins

In this episode of Curtain Call, host Tom Candela takes listeners inside the rarely seen world of casting with legendary casting director Jane Jenkins. With a career spanning more than four decades and over 190 film and television projects, Jenkins helped shape the casts of iconic films such as The Princess Bride, Home Alone, Apollo 13, A Beautiful Mind, and Jurassic Park. In a thoughtful and engaging conversation, she reflects on her journey from aspiring actor to one of Hollywood’s most respected casting directors, offering insight into the instinct, patience, and creative vision required to recognize talent before the world sees it.

What is Radio Catskill - Curtain Call with Tom Candela?

Take your seat for Curtain Call —the podcast where local theatre meets the professional stage! Each week, host Tom Candela brings you engaging, in-depth interviews with the artists, directors, and creators shaping our local community theatres, alongside special guests from New York City and beyond. From hometown stages to Broadway lights, we uncover the stories, struggles, and triumphs behind the curtain. Between the conversations, enjoy handpicked Broadway show tunes that bring the magic of musical theatre straight to your ears.