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Interviewing Lanford Wilson

BROADCAST: May. 1, 1980 | DURATION: 00:44:59

Synopsis

The Pulitzer Prize-winning dramatist talks about his latest play, Talley's Folly, at the Studebaker Theater.

*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations
 

Details

Broadcast Date
May. 1, 1980

Duration
44 minutes, 59 seconds

Topics

Theater

People

Authors, Writers Academics

Tags

WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Wilson, Lanford, 1937-2011,---Interviews Dramatists, American--20th century--Interviews Theater Authors, American Translators--United States--20th century--Interviews Audiotapes Radio programs Wilson, Lanford, 1937-2011,-- interviewee

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