Myths Mix in Plays by Parks, Shepard and Kneehigh
Playwrights superimpose ancient myths over contemporary concerns, in a theatrical alchemy that makes the old seem new again—and the new seem timeless.
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Playwrights superimpose ancient myths over contemporary concerns, in a theatrical alchemy that makes the old seem new again—and the new seem timeless.
Dan O’Brien and Suzan-Lori Parks to receive the $15,000 Horton Foote Prize for their new plays.
Teresa Eyring reflects on a night of poetry and learning at home of Abiodun Oyewole.
Suzan-Lori Parks discusses ‘Porgy and Bess,’ writing and what is under her bed.
By listening to ‘the figures that take up residence inside me,’ the playwright resurrects a lost and dangerous history—and dares audiences to venture with her into its depths.
Death came for everyone, or nearly so, in this year’s Humana Festival offerings.