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Interview with Jalen Harris

Let's Play Theatrical Review had the pleasure of interviewing one of the cast members, Jalen Harris, who plays the role of Eddie Kendricks. First discovered on season ten of America Idol, Jalen is an accomplished singer (Latin/R&B crossover) with Grammy Award-winning producer/engineer Mack Woodward(Beyonce), actor, and model. He has been seen on Fist Fight (Warner Bros), Lovecraft Country(HBO), and his theatrical performances included Disney's, The Lion King (Simba).

Rick and Brenda McCain had a candid and fun conversation with the very articulate and talented Jalen Harris.

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Relentless Interview with Tyla Abercrumbie & Ron OJ Parson

The "Unrest" in RELENTLESS mirrors the same unrest we are experiencing today. But, unfortunately, the shoulders of this unrest have lured us into a comfort zone where the illusion of change has convinced the world, especially Black Americans, to believe that we have mixed and mingled so well that our injustices aren't different. Somehow convincing ourselves that maybe systemic racism has softened and that words and phrases like INCLUSION, DIVERSITY, AND ANTI RACISM mean change is taking place.

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INTERVIEW WITH RON KELLUM

Thanks to the kindness of The Silverman Group, Inc and Senior Account Executive Amanda Berrios, Let's Play Theatrical Review had the pleasure to interview Volta's Artistic Director, Ron Kellum. Ron, a director, and producer, has experience ranging from sports entertainment to circus, theater, film, and television.

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Theatre Legend Ron OJ Parson Directs “Stick Fly”

Let's Play had a casual conversation with one of Chicago's finest directors and a theater legend, Ron OJ Parson. Ron is currently directing Playwright Lydia R. Diamond's play, 'Stick Fly' at Writers Theatre. We discussed this play, Ron's life as an actor and director, his love for August Wilson's plays, and advice for upcoming actors and directors.

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Interview with Director Chuck Smith

Let's Play had the honor to interview one of the world's greatest directors, Chuck Smith. Smith came together to bring us this remarkable story about two sisters who were trailblazers, activists, and best friends in "Having Our Say, The Delany Sisters First 100 years."

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