In this extended interview, playwright Hilary Bettis discusses her process for writing The Ghosts of Lote Bravo. Between learning more about her own family history and developing/reworking the play, hear how a play grows from thoughts, to words, to the stage.
Watch the full Working in the Theatre: The Ghosts of Lote Bravo Episode https://youtu.be/oWz6Rga6YNk
About The Ghosts of Lote Bravo
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In Juárez, Mexico, the most violent city in the world, Juanda’s daughter goes missing from the sweatshop they work in. When the crooked policia refuse to help, Juanda’s only hope is to ask the dark saint, La Santa Muerte, to guide her. Charging through dreams and visions, Juanda must risk everything if she ever hopes to see her daughter again in this riveting World Premiere production (Unicorn Theatre).
About Working in the Theatre
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American Theatre Wing’s Working in the Theatre documentary series features the most fascinating people on the stage, behind the scenes, and in the audience. From Tony Awards® and Obie Awards® winning artists to the next generation of theatre-makers, we capture theatre’s inner-workings, industry luminaries, and unique stories that surround important work.
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