Read more“4 out of 4 stars. You never doubt the truth … you are seeing in this gutsy, powerful, relentless, profoundly disturbing piece of Chicago theater.” – Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune
Read moreCongratulations to American Blues Theater Ensemble, Artistic Affiliates, and guest artists for their Jeff nominations for 2014!!
Thoughts from the Director & Playwright
ON TAVERNS AND TALL TALES Stories are bigger at the bar. There is something about the inherent camaraderie of tippling strangers that renders even the simple story a little bigger, a little more rigorously outlandish. The fits and starts that comprise our daily lives...
“Hank Williams: Lost Highway” Director Statements
In January 2011, Matt Brumlow invited me to his solo performance Nobody Lonesome for Me about Hank Williams Sr at Milwaukee Repertory Theater. Watching his incredible portrayal of Hank – rich with celebrated songs; physical manifestations of spina bifida, substance...Read moreSubmissions for American Blues Theater’s 2015 award are open July 1, 2014 – Sept. 1, 2014.
