1st Lesson of Driving and Socio-Political Action: Don’t put your foot on the gas and the brake at the same time
Scott Walters (I know you’re listening) has reminded me with his comment from the last few posts that we’re already in danger of forgetting or distracting ourselves on the theatrosphere from a real and immediate touchstone document of change – Obama’s Arts Plan.
I’ve also heard from several writers today wondering what’s next, and how to engage.
We have energy now. Seriously: read it. Remember my to do list from yesterday? Same stuff. It is our list now. How best to make it happen?
Call a theater educator. You already know one. Find out what programs they’re working on right now to unite professional theater and educational programs, and find a way to both participate and improve or enrich the experience for the students.
Follow up: A lively discussion is going on about this last bit over in the comments on an earlier post.
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