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Writers Block: Alvin Eng, The Imperial Image
Alvin Eng brings the third in his Portrait Plays Cycle of historical dramas about artists and portraiture.
The Imperial Image is a dramatic triptych that explores how and why portraits of political leaders and royalty have come to hold a powerful place in societal structures and rituals. This dramatic triptych spans three different regions and eras. The play begins with a dialogue in Mughal era India, as western educated and influenced Emperors and court painters contemplate how to communicate and relate to their largely illiterate populace. Part II is a monologue from Marie Antoinettes court portraitist, Elisabeth Vigée LeBrun. During the French Revolution, she fled to St. Petersburg where she was befriended by Catherine the Great. Many of Mme. Vigée LeBruns works are included in the original Hermitage collection. The play concludes in the current era. OBEY/HOPE re-imagines the circumstances surrounding Shepard Faireys creation of the ubiquitous Hope poster for Barack Obamas 2008 presidential campaign.
Alvin Eng is a native New York playwright, dramaturg, director, performer and educator. He is currently developing PORTRAIT PLAYS, a cycle of historical dramas about artists and portraiture. THREE TREES, the first Portrait Play, had its World Premiere Off-Broadway in New York City with the Pan Asian Repertory Theatre at the West End Theatre in 2013. This historical drama explores the unique relationship between Parisian artist Alberto Giacometti and Japanese existential philosopher, Isaku Yanaihara. The play had a well attended run and was lauded by, among others, The New York Times.
About The Writers Block:
The Writers Block Festival was created by Howl! Happening: An Arturo Vega Project to showcase the vision of contemporary writers, performers, and artists many of whom got their start in the nightclubs, seminal performance spaces, and theaters associated in the EV/LES. The festival serves as a benefit for Howl! HELP, providing emergency financial assistance and social service support to artists who have made or continue to make their careers in New Yorks East Village and Lower East Side arts communities. 100% of ticket sales benefit the Actors Fund.
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LocationHowl! Happening: An Arturo Vega Project (View)
6 east 1st street
New York, NY 10003
United States
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