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Recent Essays

This is a repository of written content, sorted by most recent to oldest. Enjoy!

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31 August 2013

Holly L. Deer writes about the politics of the female voice, and the hypothetical world in which all of us would have professional training for our speech.

Poster for Gun Control Theatre Action.
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30 August 2013

John Moletress writes about the difficulties of talking about gun control, and how that translates to creating theater about violence – and creating spaces for conversation in the communities surrounding them.

Photo from Vogue Men's Fashions.
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Urban Garden pursues other white men in Vogue Men's Fashions

29 August 2013

Byron Woods writes about Vogue Men's Fashions, and the controversial idea that white men are being isolated and alienated from greater society.

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Is Theatre Up to the Task?

29 August 2013

D.W. Gregory writes about the role of theatre in changing the narrative surrounding gun control, and if and how theatre can add to the conversation.

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Civilization’s Radical Voice

28 August 2013

In response to the pervasiveness of gun violence, Yvette Heyliger uses her artistry to implement change regarding gun reform.

A large group of people with a sign that reads "Occupy Everything" behind them.
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28 August 2013

Elaina Avila, inspired by the Occupy Movement, decided to write plays for the 99%. Here's what happened.

A man sits at a piano in front of a stage.
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Romeo Castellucci's Schwanengesang D744

27 August 2013

Daniel Sack writes through the one-night-only performance of Romeo Catellucci's Schwanengesang D744 at the 2013 Avignon Festival, and how it turned its gaze back on the spectator.

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27 August 2013

Chiori Miyagawa reflects on hosting Caridad Svich's Gun Control Theatre Action in the wake of the Travyon Martin tragedy and trial.

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A Remembrance of Julie Harris

26 August 2013

Lydia Stryk shares a reflective overview of her friendship with beloved actress Julie Harris.

Poster for Gun Control Theatre Action.
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My Uncle & The Next Time

26 August 2013

Cecilia Copeland’s uncle was her rock within any family flict. Her uncle also loved guns which has inspired her to write with his life in mind as she navigates the topic of gun control.

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