To better understand what you are reading, here are some tips to help focus on reading a play. The goal is to immerse yourself into the play:
Read through each Act in one sitting, if possible
Read from a physical copy
Read it aloud
Put away all distractions (computers, TVs, phones, etc.)
Notepad nearby to jot down questions (include page #)
Check out production photos
Look up/identify actors to help visualize
Keep character list handy throughout reading
Program from 1985 production at Yale Repertory Theatre in New Haven, CT
Charles Brown as Lyons
Russell Costen as Gabriel
Courtney B. Vance as Cory
Cristal Coleman as Raynell
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