Episode 26: Orbiting "Reggie Hoops" Part 3 - Dramaturg Wesley Tipton

August 07, 2024 00:46:40
Episode 26: Orbiting "Reggie Hoops" Part 3 - Dramaturg Wesley Tipton
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Episode 26: Orbiting "Reggie Hoops" Part 3 - Dramaturg Wesley Tipton

Aug 07 2024 | 00:46:40

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Show Notes

Ever wonder what a dramaturg brings to a production? "Reggie Hoops" dramaturg Wesley Tipton is a junior at Syracuse University studying theatre management, writing, and dramaturgy. Profile Theatre was lucky to be able to engage Tipton's research skill through her internship in artistic direction with "Reggie Hoops" director Melissa Crespo. In this episode, Tipton shares some of the same insights into the historical context surrounding "Reggie Hoops" that she shared with the actors and creative team to guide them to a deeper understanding of the character's circumstances.

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