My intro to an extraordinary anthology of new plays
INTRODUCTION to Double Exposure: Plays of the Jewish and Palestinian Diaspora It is so strange how one word can have two hauntingly different meanings. Such is the case with a word like “exposed.” Do we want really our community, ourselves, and our children to be exposed? If you see exposure as meaning that you possess a deep understanding of the perspectives of other kinds of people, yes. But, if you see it as meaning you are unprotected and physically vulnerable, probabl
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