I’m two sessions in as the Kaye Artist in Residence at the City University of New York. So far its been “hella” fun. God willing the inspiration I’m receiving will continue. Here’s the CCNY press release
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McCarter Theatre and New Will Power play to receive Award
The McCarter Theatre Center has just received the 2009 Edgerton Foundation New American Play Award for the upcoming premiere of my new piece, “Fetch Clay, Make Man.”Given to only 10 theatres throughout the country, the award “supports an extension of the rehearsal period with the goal of achieving a stronger first production, which will hopefully increase [...]
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Will Power in Tanzania
This summer was an amazing one for me. Two weeks ago I was in South Africa on a 12 day tour sponsored by the State Department (more on that later), but the early part of the season found me in Tanzania. I traveled there with the International Theatre & Literacy project-and for almost three weeks [...]
Will Power Is Offered And Accepts Position At City College Of New York
Today I received some fantastic news. This fall I will be the Kaye Guest Artist in Residence at The City College of New York. This much sought after position was obtained through invitation only, and it gives me the opportunity to teach an amazing group of students my unique form of theatre [...]
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American Theatre Magazine’s “At 25”
What up everybody!
I’ve just been named 1 of 25 artists who will more than likely influence American theatre over the next 25 years. The vote of confidence was given by American Theatre Magazine, the largest and most respected journal in the field. I have to say, it’s a thrill and an honor to be in [...]
McCarter Theatre Center Announces New Will Power Play
The McCarter Theatre Center, one of the most exciting and influential regional theatres in the country, is set to premiere my most recent play, entitled FETCH CLAY, MAKE MAN. I’ve been working on this one for about two years now. We’ve had several readings, plus one more coming up in June. We then go into rehearsals for [...]
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Bill Moyers interviews Will Power on Faith and Reason, PBS
View video here: Will Power on Bill Moyers
Or read the online Bill Moyers Interview with Will Power.
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Will Power on The Colbert Report
Here’s my appearance on The Colbert Report for my play The Seven. Steven Colbert was great to connect with on and off camera. First thing when I arrived at the studio, he introduced himself and said “now you know I”m going to throw a lot of ignorance at you…” I of course, like most folks [...]
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USA Artists Fellowship awarded to Will Power
I am very grateful to have recently received a 2008 U.S.A. Artists Fellowship. This prestigious award goes to 50 artist per year who are nationally recognized as the finest living artists in their respective field. The grant gives $50,000 in unrestricted funds to better and further enhance the artist’s creativity. I am so thankful to [...]
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