What is a dramaturgy blog?

This blog will serve as a source of research and information for the cast and crew of GPAC's Ragtime. Each post will address specific topics or areas of interest presented in the show. Dramaturgy is meant to highlight the historical, social, political, and economical context of the play as well as answer any questions presented by the cast and crew. Instead of printing packets of information for the cast, this online blog will allow me to continuously share research, pictures, video, music, etc - without wasting any paper! The blog will constantly be updated and under construction so feel free to email me about specific topics: JoanMarieHurwit@gmail.com.

Friday, July 1, 2011

Who's Who in the Cast & Crew: Spotlight on Brandon Holzer

Brandon Holzer, 15
Younger Brother/Stanford White













  • Which character do you most identify with? Why?
    I feel like I mostly identify with Younger Brother because he is very susceptible to the things around him. That is not to say that I fall into peer pressure, but I take in everything that is going on around me and it generally changes my outlook on things. Also, he doesn't care what society thinks about a certain type of people or what people look like or their background, just that they will stand up and fight for what they believe in.
  • Why should today’s audience watch Ragtime?
    I think today's audience should watch Ragtime because not only is the music beautiful, but each song pulls on a different emotion and will make you feel things that you may not have even known you had in you! Also, the story is so compelling, that you will realize even further the effects of intolerance and racism.
  • What do you want the audience to take away from the musical?
    I want the audience to realize that while change is inevitable, it can be for the best.

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