The Marty Show's First Time: Performer JinHi Soucy, Count It All Joy

Fri, 01 May 2026 07:42:29 -0400

In episode one of The Marty Show, Marty interviews performer JinHi - behold the King of Plaque!

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JinHi describes being inspired by films and plays in Amberg, Germany, especially watching Jesus Christ Superstar and staging playground performances at age six. JinHi’s first official performance was as the “King of Plaque” in second grade, later landing a first college theater role as the Sheriff’s Other Man in The Tavern at Armstrong State College, and says they keep performing out of love, purpose, and storytelling.

JinHi discusses founding Muse Arts Warehouse to provide an accessible, affordable space for artists, shares a catastrophic opening-night story at the Lucas Theater during a Tennessee Williams play with an unprepared scene partner and unexpected rain effect, and gives shout-outs to Mark Rylance and Valerie America Lavelle.

She takes Marty’s poll - covers snacks, rewatches, a “count it all joy” quote, typecasting challenges, and celebrity encounters (including Sandra Bullock and Ben Affleck).

JinHi then previews her one-woman show, titled Bella, that will be performed at the Fringe in Edinburgh on August 17, with a special local preview show expected May 3 at the Savannah Theatre downtown.

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FIND A FAVORITE SPOT IN THIS EPISODE:

00:00 Welcome and Introductions

00:42 Why Perform

01:28 Early Inspirations

02:27 First Roles and Breakthrough

04:21 Purpose and Balance

05:52 Creating Muse Arts