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…1 min read·Aug 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 Oliver2 min read·Apr 18, 2022----
Christopher BurrisDirector’s Note for “PASSING STRANGE,” presented by UNC School of the ArtsDIRECTOR’S NOTE3 min read·Apr 18, 2022----
Christopher BurrisA 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…4 min read·Nov 12, 2021----
Christopher BurrisShamsuddin Abdul-Hamid: Eternal Wanderer“In the pen, I would sit in the library5 min read·Aug 6, 2021--1--1
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…8 min read·Dec 10, 2020----