Breaking Character: In October of 2016, the Dramatists Guild sent out a press release about a new program called Playwrights Welcome, which offered “available tickets that would otherwise go unsold to DG members on the day of the performance free of charge.” As the DG Atlanta Regional Rep, I knew that for many of our local members this was like scratching a lottery ticket and finding a pay number. But the program had a more elevated — call it an investment in the artistic future of theatre by providing writers/composers an important tool in learning their craft.
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I think this adopted idea that is being done to help Atlanta based playwrights grow and prosper is so important and so valid. The ability to be able to dive into and immerse yourself into work- both your own and others-, in order to create a unique experience for you is incredible and one that should be cherished. Part of the reason why it is required as a part of Conservatory Hour for us to go see all the shows in our season, falls into this idea to an extent, because if you are able to see critiques and compliments in other works then it becomes easier to critique, compliment, and adjust your own in a more critical and forward thinking mindset. I think it is incredible that Atlanta- and more specifically the Alliance- is setting forward these initiatives, as the Alliance has always been a theatre focused on growth within their own theatrical community and the Atlanta arts community as a whole.
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