Mike Fischer interviews Forward Theater Artistic Director (and fellow host) Jen Uphoff Gray! Jen discusses the valuable role of mentors in the arts, while reflecting on her formative relationship with Tony awardwinning director Michael Blakemore. A thoughtful conversation about how we cultivate a new generation of theater directors, with a few juicy showbiz tales that include David Mamet and Woody Allen for good measure. 



Also mentioned in this episode: Forward Theater's Wisconsin Directors Lab (https://forwardtheater.com/wisconsin...) an inclusive workshop for the education and career development of emerging directors, scheduled for January 2025.