BEHIND THE SCRIPT: FENCES

Taylor Alton and William Barnes
February 21, 2023

Paisano Contributor, Taylor Alton, interviewed the Classic Theatre’s Producing Artistic Director Jimmy Moore alongside cast members Nerryl Williams and Tony Campbell. “Fences” is the first play by a Black playwright performed at The Classic and it tackles topics like racism, manhood, family dynamics, and women finding their strength.

For information on “Fences,” visit The Classic Theatre webpage: http://www.classictheatre.org/shows/f…

August Wilson’s Fences will be in production at the Classic Theatre from Feb. 9 to Feb. 26.

Interview by Taylor Alton

Edited and mixed by William Barnes

Thumbnail image taken by Taylor Alton

Videographer: Taylor Alton

Video Editor: William Barnes

Multimedia Editor: Marcela Montufar Soria

Assistant Multimedia Editor: William Barnes

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