Exploring Creativity - Making of a Play - "Letter To My Soul" Part 2 - Summary
This special episode of "Exploring Creativity" is the second part of a three-part series titled "Making of a Play." The unique rehearsal process for "Letter to My Soul" is discussed. Host Rich Pfeifer talks with playwright Laura Toma, director Bobby Johnson, and actor Marina Karekes about their roles and experiences. Laura Thoma provides a synopsis of the play, which explores the connection between a lonely queer artist and the spirit of a forgotten queer writer, facilitated by a moon-magic-imbued feline character, Maxine. They also delve into the challenges of character development and rehearsing under a tight schedule. The cast reflects on the importance of costumes, to character development, and the intergenerational and queer themes of the play. The play is set to be performed on August 10th at the Arthur Murray Dance Studio in Guilford, Connecticut.
