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Early Acting
- David Mamet's first acting experience was in Chicago, working with his uncle.
- They created shows for the Chicago Board of Rabbis, often portraying Jewish children.
Improv Influence
- Mamet learned about drama from Second City's improv structure.
- He observed the effectiveness of seven-minute scenes with payoffs, which influenced his writing.
Chicago Theater Scene
- In the 1960s, Chicago theater included Broadway, community theater, and a few 'cesspits of culture'.
- Mamet found most plays at the Goodman Theater unwatchable and boring.