2016: excavation review themes
After six annual marathons captured in “what Martha has seen” lists of theater and film adventuring (2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016), I’ve learned a few things. I’ve learned that […]
Ethan Lipton’s ‘The Outer Space’: Outer space, inner life
[article as originally published in Broad Street Review, December 10, 2016.] Its musical stylings draw from folk, jazz, and klezmer strains, with strong lyrics delivered in a mesmerizing deadpan by […]
Mike Daisey’s ‘The Trump Card’ at FringeArts
[article as originally published in Broad Street Review, July 21, 2016.] The Trump Card. Mike Daisey wrote and performed, Isaac Butler directed. July 14 and 21, 2016 at FringeArts, 140 […]
PlayPenn’s Rent-a-Dramaturg program: It’s dramaturgy to go at PlayPenn
[article as originally published in Broad Street Review, July 12, 2016.] PlayPenn 2016 Conference. New play readings through July 24, 2016 at the Drake, 302 S. Hicks St., Philadelphia. (215) 242-2813 or playpenn.org. Dramaturgs […]
Critics In Conversation: Toby Zinman
[article originally published at Philadelphia Dramatists Center site, October 26, 2009.] About Toby Zinman: Toby Zinman is Professor of English at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, where she […]
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