Williamstown Theatre Festival 2017 Williamstown Theatre Festival Brochure | Page 14

IN DEVELOPMENT AT WTF From rehearsed readings of contemporary new plays to black box theatre productions featuring up-and-coming new artists, there’s always something in the works at the Festival. Join us and you just might see the next big thing at WTF! SEASON SNEAK PEEK & NEW PLAY READING FELLOWSHIP PROJECTS JUN 8, 7PM THE CLARK FREE JUL 17–18, AUG 14–15, 7PM & 11PM DIRECTING STUDIO  FREE Become a Festival insider as Artistic Director Mandy Greenfield previews the 2017 season, followed by a reading of Alan Fox’s new play Safe Space featuring Tony Award winner Leslie Odom, Jr. (Hamilton). Each year, WTF awards the prestigious Boris Sagal Fellowship and Drama League Residency to an up-and- coming director, who is challenged to create an ambitious new work in collaboration with writers, designers, and members of the WTF Non-Equity Company. The 2017 recipient of the Boris Sagal Fellowship is Jenna Worsham, who will direct a new play by Abby Rosebrock, with performances on August 14 and 15 at 7pm and 11pm. Safe Space tells the tale of Marcus Wood (Odom, Jr.), a passionate professor facing a complicated accusation from a student. The university’s president intervenes, and campus-wide protests erupt. With the university’s reputation hanging in the balance, professor, president, and student must weigh identity politics, ethics, and core beliefs as they negotiate a way forward. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED; EMAIL [email protected] FOR TICKETS In addition to this exciting original work, WTF produces a re-theatricalization of a classic American play, developed by members of WTF’s Non-Equity Company. This season, Jason McDowell-Green, director of WTF’s Professional Training Program, will direct Sam Shepard’s Curse of the Starving Class, with performances on July 17 and 18 at 7pm and 11pm. Donate at the $300 level or higher for advance access to Fellowship Project tickets. Remaining tickets become available one week prior to performances. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED; LIMITED AVAILABILITY 13   WILLIAMSTOWN THEATRE FESTIVAL See calendar on pages 17–20 for venue information