Larissa FastHorse Named MacArthur Fellow
The playwright of ‘The Thanksgiving Play’ is known for creating space for Indigenous artists and stories.
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The playwright of ‘The Thanksgiving Play’ is known for creating space for Indigenous artists and stories.
The writer and director, recognized for integrating technology and artificial intelligence into her art, is also known for directing ‘Passing Strange.’
The two theatre artists are among the 24 recipients of the 2017 MacArthur Fellowship, which comes with $625,000.
Lin-Manuel Miranda, Mimi Lien, and Basil Twist are among those rewarded for their creativity and artistic potential.
Recognition for the O’Neill, new opportunities for artists to observe each others’ work, and more.