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641. What Does It Cost to Lead a Creative Life?

46 min episode · 2 min read
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Episode

46 min

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2 min

AI-Generated Summary

Key Takeaways

  • What financial sacrifices do playwrights make during decades-long careers?
  • Why do successful Broadway shows close despite selling out?
  • How does theater economics differ between New York and London?

What It Covers

Playwright David Adjmi discusses the decade-long creation of Tony-winning play Stereophonic, financial struggles of theater artists, and his planned relocation to London.

Key Questions Answered

  • What financial sacrifices do playwrights make during decades-long careers?
  • Why do successful Broadway shows close despite selling out?
  • How does theater economics differ between New York and London?

Notable Moment

Adjmi reveals he spasms when actors deviate from his vision during performances, explaining why he avoids attending his own shows despite their critical and commercial success.

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