The State of Contemporary American Theater: Interview with Arthur Miller
(Preview clips run 30-90 seconds.)
Found On: Aspects of Drama Part 3: Cultures, Periods, and StylesLength: 00:02:12
Source: an excerpt from American Shorts: The Ryan Interview
Description:
Preeminent playwright Arthur Miller discusses the state of American theater and the difficulties of getting a serious play produced on Broadway.Suggested Uses:
- Show in conjunction with the performance segment from Miller’s play The Ryan Interview.
- Show as a prelude to student research about the economic and financial challenges faced by arts organizations in their community, their state, and the nation.
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