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Putting on a benefit reading recently has made me realize how poor I have been in maintaining my website. I suppose I thought a true update would be a production of some sorts, but while no productions have occurred, I have had readings with many talented folks, and figure I may as well document them. …
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Listen Here Subscribe on iTunes Spotify! In this departure from form, Alex follows up with Dan to talk about his experience self-producing his play Dick Pix and Perfect Teeth - the most important factor of self-producing, challenges along the way, and the wonderful work of his cast and crew.
Listen Here Subscribe on iTunes Oh hi Spotify! Alex talks to Sam about the difference between writing as a teenager versus an adult, being the writer that doesn't get every opportunity, and figuring out your path as an emerging writer. Actors Dave Klasko and Leslie Marseglia from Sam's new play Bobby. Website: http://www.sambyron.com Bobby Reading …
Listen here Subscribe on iTunes Spotify! Alex talks to Catherine about writing romance today, being trashy, body issues, and the phenomenon of discovering repressed feelings in writing. Catherine reads from her play This is How You Got Me Naked. Website: http://www.catherineplaywright.ninja/
Listen here Subscribe on iTunes Spotify! Alex talks to Caridad about making space for the impossible, the giants of playwriting, reconciling history and the classics, how plays are perceived in our current culture, and problems with how institutions approach them. Caridad reads from Red Bike. Website: http://caridadsvich.com/ Red Bike: Tickets: https://simpaticotheatre.ticketleap.com/red-bike/ SvichFest! Readings: http://www.interacttheatre.org/juneapalooza. Simpatico Theatre Company: simpaticotheatre.org Essay: https://www.larktheatre.org/blog/fuel-hurt-n-holler-trouble-red-bike/ …
Listen Here Subscribe on iTunes Spotify! Alex talks to Paris about fear, creating your "yes," defying expectations, being a different type of rebel, and overcoming abuse. Paris reads from his play Spare the Rod, or By My Mother's Hand. Website: http://www.pariscrayton3.com/ NPX: https://newplayexchange.org/users/18841/paris-crayton-iii
Listen here Subscribe on iTunes Spotify! Alex talks to Daniel about his upcoming productions Perfect Teeth and Dick Pix, jumping between styles, one's intention as a writer, and being your own audience. Daniel reads two samples from Dick Pix. Links: Show Information: https://perfectpixplays.com/ Support: https://www.fracturedatlas.org/site/fiscal/profile?id=14377 New Play Exchange: https://newplayexchange.org/users/3515/daniel-mccoy
Listen Here Subscribe on iTunes Spotify! Alex talks to Francisca about being inspired by history, realizing the importance of sharing personal experiences, writing about millennials, mental health, and building a life as a writer. Actor Christy Hall reads from Francisca's play weightless. Website: http://www.franciscadasilveira.com Upcoming Shows: Heritage Hill Naturals: https://www.facebook.com/events/2087072028196542/ The Greenhouse Playlab: https://www.mos.org/public-events/greenhouse-playlab
Listen here Subscribe on iTunes Spotify! Alex talks to Ben about what young playwrights should remember, getting sober, socialism, how to use one's privilege, and getting more radicalism into theatre. Ben reads from his play Spoons. More info on Spoons: Crowdfunding: https://www.classy.org/campaign/spoons-a-new-play/c171623 BPT: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3364763 Website: http://thetanknyc.org/theater/1020-spoons/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/events/604007189949038/
Listen Here Subscribe on iTunes Spotify! Alex talks to Ryann about coming from an acting background, moving from writing more collaboratively to writing on her own, Westerns, TV vs plays, mimicking what you love, and not being afraid of bad ideas. Ryann reads from her play A Doll's House Part 3. Website: ryannweir.com
Alexander Kveton 