#424 – Evan Bawtinheimer

About This Episode:
This week on Stageworthy, host Phil Rickaby is joined by Evan Bawtinheimer, a Toronto-based, Dora Award winning playwright. Evan shares the inspiration behind his awared winning play, Patty Picker. In this candid and thoughtful conversation, Evan opens up about playwriting, his journey of personal growth and mental health, and why vulnerability and connection are central to his artistic work.
This episode explores:

• Evan’s evolution from musical theatre performer to playwright
• The value of personal storytelling and creating space for others
• Navigating imposter syndrome and artistic doubt
• Building a theatre company rooted in honesty, humour, and support
• Why community matters more than perfection in indie theatre

Guest:
🎭 Evan Bawtinheimer
Evan Bawtinheimer is a Dora Award Winning Bipolar Playwright from Toronto, ON.
He is a graduate of Fanshawe College’s Theatre Arts program and Brock University’s Theatre Arts program.
Patty Picker is his first professionally produced play.
Patty Picker premiered at the 2024 Toronto Fringe Festival. It was also nominated for a 2024 Tom Hendry award and Four 2025 Dora Awards, winning one for Outstanding New Play (Theatre for Young Audiences).

Connect with Evan:
📸 Instagram: @evan_bawtinheimer

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