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Offscript Podcast: November 2023 – Immigration, Inclusion, and Innovative Theatre
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American Theatre‘s flagship podcast, featuring interviews with Jessica Huang and Donna Walker-Kuhne.
What Happened: November 2023 Offscript Episodes
The november 2023 episode of Offscript, available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, features two compelling conversations. Editor-in-chief Rob Weinert-Kendt speaks with playwright jessica Huang and director Jaki Bradley about Huang’s new play, Mother of exiles, currently running at Berkeley Repertory Theatre (November 14 - December 21). The episode also includes a discussion with Kelundra Smith, TCG’s director of publications, and Donna Walker-Kuhne, author of Champions of the Arts.
Mother of Exiles: Exploring Immigration and Family
Jessica Huang’s Mother of Exiles delves into the complex dynamics of an American family shaped by immigration and intermarriage. The play, currently being staged at Berkeley Rep, promises a nuanced exploration of these themes.Jaki Bradley’s direction is expected to bring a fresh outlook to Huang’s aspiring work.
Champions of the Arts: Building Equitable Community Engagement
Donna Walker-Kuhne’s new book, Champions of the Arts, offers practical strategies for fostering equitable, inclusive, and diverse community engagement within the arts sector. The book provides a valuable resource for organizations seeking to broaden their reach and impact. Kelundra Smith’s conversation with Walker-Kuhne promises insights into implementing these strategies effectively.
Guests’ Recommendations: Theatre Highlights
The episode also features recommendations from the guests:
- Jaki bradley recommends Natalie Palamides’s Weather at the Cherry Lane Theatre Off-Broadway, describing it as “very silly and audacious and bombastic and bawdy.”
- Jessica Huang was deeply impressed by Brian Quijada and Nygel Robinson’s Mexodus, also off-Broadway.