629. How Is Live Theater Still Alive?
Freakonomics Radio
Three Summers of Lincoln: Crafting History Through Theater
This chapter delves into the artistic development and production of 'Three Summers of Lincoln,' emphasizing its ties to historical figures like Lincoln and Douglass. It highlights key creative decisions, particularly the groundbreaking casting of a Black actor as Lincoln, and explores the emotional depth of the story amidst the backdrop of the Civil War. The chapter captures both the excitement and challenges faced by the theater company, culminating in a moment of uncertainty with the departure of a lead actor.
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