Monthly Archives: July 2011

Frankenstein Auditions!

Auditions for “Frankenstein” at Burien Little Theatre Burien Little Theatre announces auditions for the world premiere production of “Frankenstein” adapted by Roxanne Ray from the novel by Mary Shelley. This production will feature an original background score written by composer … Continue reading

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A Parent’s Duty in “Frankenstein”

For those who are familiar with the basic story of Frankenstein, you know that Victor assembles a creature and brings him to life.  But what is Victor’s responsibility after that? In the 21st century, some parents provide for their children … Continue reading

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Marrying Up in “Frankenstein”

In Western culture, it has been common for women to “marry up” — that is, to marry a man from a class status higher than her own (or her birth family’s). In Frankenstein, this fortunate opportunity is bestowed upon Caroline … Continue reading

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BLT is in a will

BLT recently found out it was listed as a beneficiary in someone’s will. BLT was not told who was kind enough to remember BLT in their will, but it is in there. This is a great way to remember BLT. … Continue reading

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Creating Theatre as a “Public Artist”

In my last blog post, I wrote that I was attending the LMDA conference this past weekend.  The theme was “The Dramaturg as Public Artist,” and blogging about this new adaptation of Frankenstein is a prime example of creating theatre … Continue reading

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Thank you 4Culture

Maggie, who does so much for BLT, was successful in securing an equipment grant from 4Culture again this year. It was not a great amount of money, but it will go far in helping BLT. 4Culture is the funding arm … Continue reading

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Dramaturg — What’s That??

I am a playwright, and I’m also a dramaturg.  This week, I’m excited to be heading to Denver, to attend the annual conference for LMDA — the Literary Managers and Dramaturgs of the Americas.  Yes, it’s a mouthful! A dramaturg … Continue reading

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Thoughts on the Burien 4th of July Parade

For another year BLT was in the Burien 4th of July Parade. This only happened due the help of 18 volunteers. 14 walkers and 3 in the car, and our costumer. It was a great time, as always. Of course, … Continue reading

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Creating “Frankenstein”

Just as Victor Frankenstein creates his Creature piece by piece, so too is this adaptation of Mary Shelley’s novel coming into being step by step. Director Steve Cooper coordinated our second reading by an energetic group of actors on July … Continue reading

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The only time I see 7 am

The only time I see 7 am on a Saturday morning is when I have been up all night. Maggie and I took a night off from BLT things and went to help Nathan, Gilbert and Sullivan’s scenic painter. Nathan … Continue reading

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