LIGHTS UP!
LIGHTS UP!
Ensemble Theatre of Chattanooga
THE COFFIN MAKER by Mark Blankenship
58 minutes Posted Mar 17, 2025 at 4:00 pm.
In this episode of the Lights Up! podcast, Mark Blankenship shares his insights on creating immersive experiences, reflecting on the significance of movement in narrative influenced by his love of the Greek tragedy. The discussion highlights the evolving nature of theatre and the shared responsibility of storytellers and audiences in shaping demand for fresh perspectives.Beyond his work as a playwright, Mark Blankenship is a seasoned arts journalist and editor. His contributions have appeared in esteemed publications such as The New York Times, Variety, and American Theatre. Mark's multifaceted career also includes roles as a dramaturg and filmmaker, underscoring his diverse impact on the arts community.Play Starts
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In this episode of the Lights Up! podcast, Mark Blankenship shares his insights on creating immersive experiences, reflecting on the significance of movement in narrative influenced by his love of the Greek tragedy. The discussion highlights the evolving nature of theatre and the shared responsibility of storytellers and audiences in shaping demand for fresh perspectives.Beyond his work as a playwright, Mark Blankenship is a seasoned arts journalist and editor. His contributions have appeared in esteemed publications such as The New York Times, Variety, and American Theatre. Mark's multifaceted career also includes roles as a dramaturg and filmmaker, underscoring his diverse impact on the arts community.Play Starts (1:01)Conversation with Mark (10:44)Actors:Tom Baxter: SJ LesterWick Wallace: Joel Sanchez-AvantesGreg Hughes: Caleb SextonDirected by Garry Lee PoseySoundscape by Eric "Red" WyattLinks to follow Mark:Website: markgblankenship.com/bylines Twitter/Instagram: @IAmBlankenship​Bluesky: markblankenship.bsky.socialSubstack: lostsongs.substack.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-blankenship-0118776/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.