Download Tag: women in theatre

Laura Heywood Interviews Brenda Meaney (Little Gem at Irish Rep)

Brenda Meaney is currently starring in “Little Gem” at Irish Repertory Theater as Lorraine, who is juggling roles as the single mother of a pregnant teenager and the only child of aging parents, while trying to stave off her own mental breakdown. But far from a tale of despair, this production is a comedic and poignant three-hander, running 100 minutes with no intermission.

“Little Gem” is playing at Irish Rep through September 8. For tickets and information visit www.IrishRep.org.

Under 35? Get $25 tickets at https://irishrep.org/box-office/greenseats/!

Laura Heywood Interviews Rachel Sussman (theatre and event producer)

Rachel Sussman is a Tony Award-nominated producer committed to cultivating dynamic, inclusive theatrical work through collaboration. With credits including What The Constitution Means To Me, The Woodsman, NYMF (Artistic Director), and Audible, she is also the lead producer and co-creator of In a new musical by Shaina Taub about the American women’s suffrage movement. In addition to theatre, Rachel and Laura discuss intersectionality, trans visibility, putting the B back in LGBTQ+, homelessness (specifically Rachel’s work with Covenant House) and even Rachel’s childhood performing with her family dog.