• Lileana Blain-Cruz Interview

    Lileana Blain-Cruz Interview

    Lileana Blain-Cruz is having a lively time of it lately, and I was happy to sit down with her on a rehearsal break of PIPELINE.

  • Henny Russell Talks Wigs and Waffles

    Henny Russell Talks Wigs and Waffles

    “In rehearsal, you find the essential internal differences between your characters. When you put on the clothing and the wigs, you discover the more physical manifestations.”

  • Dominique Morisseau on School, Students and Poetry

    Dominique Morisseau on School, Students and Poetry

    "Omari represents so many young men in schools, public and private, who are trying to navigate their emotions. That’s a very important issue for me – allowing African-American boys and teenagers to have a full exploration of their humanity."

  • Preparing for the Performance

    Preparing for the Performance

    Attempting to channel Konstantin Stanislavski's spirit, I frequently observe actors backstage getting ready for a performance. But what about the audience?

  • By George, Marisa's Got It

    By George, Marisa's Got It

    "For me, performing this play is very healing. There’s an esoteric nature that comes to life."