Mentors (a Michael Blakemore tribute)

Mike Fischer interviews Forward Theater Artistic Director (and
fellow host) Jen Uphoff Gray! Jen discusses the valuable role of
mentors in the arts, while reflecting on her formative
relationship with Tony award-winning director Michael Blakemore.
A thoughtful conversation about how we cultivate a new generation
of theater directors, with a few juicy showbiz tales that include
David Mamet and Woody Allen for good measure.  Also
mentioned in this episode: Forward Theater's Wisconsin Directors
Lab - an inclusive workshop for the education and career
development of emerging directors, scheduled for January
2025.