Please excuse the large quote below, but this struck me last night as I curled up in bed with Mamet’s new book of essays on theater. Often in his writing it feels like provocation is the point, and his functional description of an artistic pursuit … Read More →
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NYT Hearts Hudson Valley Shakespeare
It may be the spectacular views or good wine selection at the concessions table, but Brantley seems in love with the Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival.
The Radio Show hits NYC
We had a great run at Danspace at St. Marks, and the crowds and press loved it. We were literally packed on closing night, with audience sitting upstage of the dancers in the wings. Here is some of the press we got.
Wall Street Journal loves Galileo
Terry Teachout has great things to say about Galileo at Asolo Rep, specifically commenting on the whole design cohesion. It was a great team (lighting by Peter West, sound by Fabien Obispo, and set and clothes by Clint Ramos), led by a great director, Michael … Read More →
Ira Glass on being wrong
I came across this interview with Ira Glass, of This American Life, on Slate today. He is talking about the interviews and storytelling he does on the radio, but I think it applies to most creative endeavors, and something I’ve really had to wrap my … Read More →