Anne Hamilton Interviewed on Cultural Weekly

Anne Hamilton Interviewed on Cultural Weekly

August 2, 2012, 2:23 pm
Filed under: Anne Hamilton, TheatreNow! Artists | Tags: Anne Hamilton, Dramaturg, Hamilton Dramaturgy's TheatreNow!, Jennifer Tipton, Quiara Alegria Hudes, TheatreNow! Artists

There’s a great article on my thoughts on dramaturgy posted on Cultural Weekly’s website. Jaz Dorsey interviewed me. Read on at http://www.culturalweekly.com/theatre-dramaturgs-profession.html

Excerpt:

I describe myself as a literary and historical advisor to the playwright, director, or theatre company I am working with.

Just like an actor or an artist, I believe that the dramaturg’s position in the field derives from her output.

Dramaturgy is a practical profession. We give advice and support to help the playwright advance her play to its next level. We provide and share research in pre-production, and write program notes. We translate and adapt.

Almost everyone in the theatre profession performs dramaturgical duties…

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