SPOILER ALERT

The last performance of the Classical Theatre of Harlem’s production of Fit for a Queen will be Sunday. Fit for a Queen is the earliest play of mine I still list on my website. In some ways, it’s my first real play. I wrote it at a point when I was profoundly disillusioned with politics in general and the activists I knew in particular, most especially myself. I had begun to see everything anyone did as a ploy for power and attention. The professors and student speakers at

Casting That Spell - Part II

Casting That Spell - Part II

Entry #4 of Countdown to the Classical Theatre of Harlem production of FIT FOR A QUEEN So, here it is! The fantastic list of actors who are going to make our comedy come to life next week. April Yvette Thompson*.............Hatshepshut Sheria Irving*...........................Senenmut John Clarence Stewart*.............Wanre Gilbert Cruz*.............................Thutmose II Shereen Macklin*......................Neferure Eshan Bay*..............................Tutu Sujotta

A Time To Work Vs. A Time Not To Work (and how to know the difference)

Entry Number #1 of Countdown to the Classical Theatre of Harlem Production of FIT FOR A QUEEN There is something terrifying about workshopping a play with a great cast act right before you are slated to go into production. You’re not in production with a preview audience who have already bought tickets to see the show your team hasn’t made yet. The adrenaline hasn’t kicked in. Hysteria must be kept in check (or at least somewhat properly disguised). You’re not allowed to let

Ruth Easton New Play Series: Interview with Betty Shamieh

Ruth Easton New Play Series: Interview with Betty Shamieh

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Betty Shamieh

playwright, author, screenwriter, and actor