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BLPC Reflection

The writer attended the Black and Latino Playwrights Celebration (BLPC) which was an eye-opening experience that immersed them in brilliantly crafted works. They appreciated BLPC's respect for artists of all backgrounds and helping writers develop their craft. The Culture Clash presentation addressed important topics humorously while respecting different races and cultures. The play As a Mighty Stream provided new perspectives of characters in To Kill a Mockingbird and highlighted continuing relevance of its themes. Both plays along with Delivery confronted issues of racism, discrimination, and inequality that still need addressed in society today.

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BLPC Reflection

The writer attended the Black and Latino Playwrights Celebration (BLPC) which was an eye-opening experience that immersed them in brilliantly crafted works. They appreciated BLPC's respect for artists of all backgrounds and helping writers develop their craft. The Culture Clash presentation addressed important topics humorously while respecting different races and cultures. The play As a Mighty Stream provided new perspectives of characters in To Kill a Mockingbird and highlighted continuing relevance of its themes. Both plays along with Delivery confronted issues of racism, discrimination, and inequality that still need addressed in society today.

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Anna Gassett

Jim Price

Acting

10 September 2019

BLPC Reflection

The Black and Latino Playwrights Celebration was an eye-opening experience for me. It

was truly a weekend immersed in the worlds of some brilliantly crafted works. It is such a

privilege to be a member of a program and community that respects and cherishes artists of all

races and backgrounds. Both plays along with the Culture Clash presentation and workshop

represented beautifully what BLPC is all about: lending an ear to new voices and helping writers,

in collaboration with directors, actors and dramaturges, shape their stories and hone their craft in

an environment that allows the writer to explore and grow and learn fearlessly.

The Culture Clash presentation and workshop was honestly such a good time. They made

such important topics humorous while still getting their point across. The audience felt

comfortable bursting out in laughter. The two men of Culture Clash explained that each character

is based off of real people who went through an interview process. They then do their best to

keep each character truly human and respected while telling their story. Something that struck

me was the point made by one of the Culture Clash writers/actors regarding him playing

characters of races and cultures different than his own. Personally, I was not at all offended by

this since each character was represented with gratitude and respect. Although I have not

experienced oppression, discrimination, inequality, or racism, I appreciated the opportunity to

learn from these actors and writers to try and understand the characters’ experiences. It takes
such skill to interlace satire with the serious issues of today’s society and Culture Clash executed

it so seamlessly.

As A Mighty Stream was a truly striking play. I appreciated the work that the playwright

had put in over the past four years to tell the story of Harper Lee’s To Kill A Mockingbird from

Tom Robinson and his family’s viewpoints. This play gave voices to many characters that were

not heard in the original book. One of the most important discoveries I made was the connection

between Scout in Harper Lee’s story and Sam in As a Mighty Stream. Scout had grown up during

Tom’s trial just as Sam did and it forced the children to endure experiences that kids their age

shouldn’t have to go through, but it made them stronger. Another situation that stood out to me

was the fact that Tom was shot seventeen times when it only takes one bullet to kill a man.

Although To Kill a Mockingbird was published in 1960, the themes are still relevant today. That

is flat out sad. On the other hand, I loved the end of the story when Mayella was finally accepted

by the people she hurt the most. This message of forgiveness is so important especially in

today’s society when we are constantly surrounded by grudges and hate.

Similar to As A Mighty Stream, Delivery conveyed many messages that are applicable in

today’s modern world. It confronted issues of racism, discrimination, and inequality. I personally

connected to Mani because she has a strong, independent, capable personality and outlook. Many

women today believe that they need a man in order to know their self worth and this was not the

case for Mani. Overall, I learned an incredible amount from the playwrights and actors involved

in BLPC. My main takeaway is that there is much more work needed to be done about the issues

surrounding racism in America. There is no excuse for any more careless, ignorant behavior.

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