Episode #199 - 29th St. Rep: The Conversation
Actor David Mogentale and director Leo Farley join Martin Denton to discuss their new production of The Conversation. David is artistic director of 29th St. Rep and Leo is a founding member. They have worked successfully together in many past productions.
29th St. Rep is “where brutal theater lives” and David and Leo discuss this play and how it fits with what 29th St. Rep is best known for.
The Conversation is an adaptation by Kate Harris of the well-known Francis Ford Coppola film. Leo and David talk at length about becoming acquainted with the adaptation, why they felt they wanted to produce the NY premiere, and how the crew is helping them making this a reality. David, at the time of the recording, was just learning to play the saxaphone, which is integral to the role. He gives a brief sample of his new musical talent.
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