Exclusive Interview: Camille Jamerson and Benjamin Burt of Farmington Players’ ‘Clybourne Park’
There are some shows that are as important and life-changing as they are hilarious and entertaining, which seems to be the junction at which Clybourne Park lives. Using a healthy dose of humor, this poignant story explores the topics of racism and gentrification through the eyes of all parties involved. We spoke with actress Camille Jamerson and director Benjamin Burt about their time working on Farmington Players’ production of Clybourne Park and what audiences can expect from this beautiful play.
In this exclusive Box Seat Babes interview, Camille Jamerson and Benjamin Burt talk about what drew them to Clybourne Park and why the time is perfect to bring this play to Farmington Players! Jamerson discusses what this play means to her and how she has balanced and developed the two distinct characters she plays in Clybourne Park. Burt discusses what drew him to directing this play and how he helps guide the story towards its success. Why is Clybourne Park so important in this current political landscape? The director and actor discuss this in detail, exploring how the Farmington Players bring it to life with grace and openness.
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Farmington Players’ Clybourne Park runs for one final weekend!
There are only a handful more performances of this poignant and timely show, so get your tickets to Farmington Players’ Clybourne Park before it moves out and is gone forever! Have you seen a production of Clybourne Park before? What about the play has stayed with you? Did you know this was connected with A Raisin in the Sun? Let us know your thoughts about this show and other productions you’ve seen @BoxSeatBabes on all social media!
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