Christopher BurrisDirector’s Note for “Pass Over” presented by American Shakespeare CenterPeople who shut their eyes to reality simply invite their own destruction, and anyone who insists on remaining in a state of innocence long…Aug 30, 2022Aug 30, 2022
Christopher BurrisDirector’s Note for “DARK OF THE MOON,” presented by Pace UniversitySomeone I loved once gave me a box full of darkness. It took me years to understand that this too, was a gift. ~Poet Mary OliverApr 18, 2022Apr 18, 2022
Christopher BurrisDirector’s Note for “PASSING STRANGE,” presented by UNC School of the ArtsDIRECTOR’S NOTEApr 18, 2022Apr 18, 2022
Christopher BurrisAn Incomplete Guide to the Black Theater RevolutionThe event, called 48 Hours in Harlem, was a sold out, standing-room smash. Yet even more important than the evening's monetary success was…Nov 12, 2021Nov 12, 2021
Christopher BurrisShamsuddin Abdul-Hamid: Eternal Wanderer“In the pen, I would sit in the libraryAug 6, 20211Aug 6, 20211
Christopher BurrisMy ‘Gangster’ Look“Thank you for looking like your headshot,” said a Black woman from behind the table, holding my 8×10 black-and-white photo. The woman was…Dec 10, 2020Dec 10, 2020