"It transformed my life." That's the kind of statement you want from someone talking about a cultural experience. "Don't Bother Me, I Can't Cope" broke all sorts of barriers on Broadway in 1972 but it is not well known today. Even so, its impact is felt in the people it influenced like my guest, Dr. Tawnya Pettiford-Wates, or as she is affectionately known as, Dr. T.
The celebrated playwright, actor, director, and activist saw "Don't Bother Me" when she was in high school and it was a foundational experience, setting her on the path she's followed in her career. Even if you don't know this show, you'll want to listen to Dr. T talk about how she came to it and what she took away from it.
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