

Andrew O’Hagan Reads Donald Antrim
Sep 1, 2023
Author Donald Antrim discusses his short story 'An Actor Prepares' with guest Andrew O'Hagan. They explore themes of transgression, danger, dysfunctional relationships, and the balance between control and lack of control in storytelling. They also analyze the choice of 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' as the backdrop and reflect on the importance of breaking traditional story parameters.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
An Actor Prepares: Casting and Rehearsals
02:15 • 29min
Confrontation and Humiliation
31:11 • 22min
Exploring Transgression and Danger in 'An Actor Prepares'
52:47 • 3min
Exploring Comedy and Deeper Emotions
55:24 • 9min
Analyzing the Choice of A Midsummer Night's Dream
01:04:07 • 1min
Reginald's Desire: A Dangerous Obsession with Teenage Years
01:05:36 • 11min