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'From the Writer's Desk, (and the Director's Chair)' gives insight into the mind of the late playwright Ken Bradbury

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Maryjane Bradbury
The cast of “From the Writer’s Desk, (and the Director’s Chair.” From left to right: Stephanie Soltermann, Keith Bradbury, Hope Cherry, Jim Yale and Brenda Yale.

Jim Yale and Keith Bradbury are actors in the upcoming production of “From the Writer’s Desk, (and the Director’s Chair).” They spoke to Community Voices about the play and how its gives insight into the creative process of the late playwright Ken Bradbury and his relationship to the actors in his shows. The performance takes place on Nov. 11 at the Broadgauge in Petersburg, Ill. For more information visit: https://www.broadgauge.com/events

Vanessa was the Community Voices Production Coordinator at NPR Illinois from 2021-2025. She continues her passion for broadcasting as a co-host of the Beyond the Mouse podcast for the Front Row Network.
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