Women in Theatre: Dael Orlandersmith
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Channel: CUNY TV · 2011 · Entertainment
Taped: 11/18/2002. Actor and writer Dael Orlandersmith doesn't do "the pretty stuff." She chooses instead to explore the darker side of humanity and the ways in which women work their way out of dark situations. Her play "Yellowman" (2002) examines the bias and hostility that exist within races. The acclaimed television series 'Women in Theatre' provides a unique look into the lives of some of the gifted women who create and sustain theatre in the United States -- with major directors, designers, actors, lyricists, composers and producers -- conducted by Linda Winer, theatre critic for Newsday. The series' theme song is "The Glamorous Life" from 'A Little Night Music' by Stephen Sondheim, performed by Alex Rybeck, noted pianist and music director. Watch more at http://www.tv.cuny.edu/series/womenintheatre
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