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Rare insights into the working process of America's most seminal directors and choreographers are the focus of "Masters of the Stage." This series features more than three decades of priceless One-on-One interviews and panel discussions with theatre's most distinguished luminaries. Listen to these never before broadcast programs and hear the story of the American theatre told by those who helped chart its course. The Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation brings you to this series through the collaborative efforts of the Society of Stage Directors and Choreographers and the American Theatre Wing.

James Lapine Get the Flash Player to see this player. With: James Lapine Ira Weitzman - Moderator On May 2nd, 2002, soon after the much anticipated opening of the Broadway revival of Into the Woods, his Tony award-winning collaboration with Stephen Sondheim, James Lapine sat down with friend and frequent collaborator, Ira Weitzman for a One-on-One conversation. Together they discussed Mr. Lapine's early years in the theatre, the genesis of his work with such musical luminaries as Sondheim and William Finn, and his experiences as both an award-winning director and writer. Originally recorded - May 2, 2002 Running Time - 1:22:00 If you enjoyed this episode of SDCF Masters of The Stage you may want to: Subscribe to our podcasts