In Conversation with Travis Russ

Recorded on September 17, 2020

 

How do you know a story is worth telling? Even if that story scares you? Artistic Director Gabriel Stelian-Shanks talks with Travis Russ writer, director, and Artistic Diretor of Life Jacket Theatre about how he creates moving dramas using material that some may feel is taboo. 

 

IN CONVERSATION, The Drama League's acclaimed series of discussions with the directors changing the face of theater, television, and film, is now online! The process of creating art is revealed in these intimate, surprising, and wide-ranging conversations with award-winning creators from around the world.

 

The artists in this video have donated their time and fees to help provide much-needed aid, relief, and programs for stage directors affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. You can help! Donate here: https://tickets.dramaleague.org/donations

 

Learn more about Life Jacket Theatre: http://www.lifejackettheatre.org/

 

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