Don’t miss this outstanding production with its ever-changing plot twists and surprises, written by Kurt McGinnis Brown.
When young, black journalist, Xan Smith is assigned to interview the once successful, now aging, white novelist, Henry Percival, her mission is clear. She is prepared to dismantle his career with a scathing expose that will cement her own reputation as a fearless cultural critic. But during their contentious meetings, Henry reveals something unexpected about his past. As she digs deeper, the story she uncovers changes the one she came to write. Xan must decide what she’s willing to tell, because in this game of perception and power, the biggest revelation may be about herself.
Directed by award-winning Richard Shavzin, performed by the venerable and talented Gary Houston, this two-person show makes its world premiere at The Den Theater MainStage 2nd Flr (1331 N. Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL) March 28 -April 19th, produced by Her Story Theater.
The Official Biography Team
Written by Kurt McGinnis Brown
Directed by Richard Shavzin
Produced by Her Story Theater
Performed by
*Gary Houston as Henry Percival
Shelby Marie Edwards as Xan Smith
Set Design by Garrett Bell
Lighting Design by Sam Bessler
Costume Design by Mary Bonnett
Sound Design by George Zahora
Stage Manager *Wendye Clarendon
Asst. Stage Manager Morgan Watkinson
Asst. Stage Manger Josh Hogan
Technical Director Steve Kruse
Lighting Technician Tristan Predmore
Scenic Painter Nora Brooks
Carpenter Lucas Holeman
Press Interviews Elayne LeTraunik
Audience Management Molly Burns
Public Relations. John Olson
*Courtesy of Actor’s Equity
