Native America Calling: Wednesday, March 23, 2016 (LISTEN)
All the world’s a stage—and some stages are used to showcase Native American stories and talent. Whether it’s drama or comedy, classic or avant garde, Native-centered theater is reaching more and more audiences. What makes theater “Native”? What kinds of plays are being written by Native playwrights? What are the audiences saying? Is it difficult to find Native actors?
Guests:
Muriel Miguel (Kuna and Rappahannock) – director of Spiderwoman Theater
Kim Delfina Gleason (Diné) – executive director of Two Worlds
Rhiana Yazzie (Navajo) – playwright and founder and artistic director of New Native Theater
