Criticism and interpretation
Found in 97 Collections and/or Records:
Adam Van Doren Remembers Mark Van Doren, 1994 October 16
Amy Costello, George Krimsky, Michael Maren: Journalism and Human Rights, 2009 September 23
Fall 2009: Justice, Injustice and Human Rights! Reporter Amy Costello, journalist George Krimsky, and correspondent Michael Maren discuss human rights issues, including women's rights. Interviewed by Davyne Verstandig, Director of LCWP. This presentation is part of the Litchfield County Writers Project, which was based at the Torrington campus of the University of Connecticut.
Amy Costello: The Quick and the Terrible, 2007 February 21
Drama 251: American Film, Filmmakers of Litchfield County. Reporter Amy Costello discusses her television investigation Sudan: The Quick and the Terrible. Interviewed by Davyne Verstandig, Director of LCWP, and John Long, Professor of Film and Drama. This presentation is part of the Litchfield County Writers Project, which was based at the Torrington campus of the University of Connecticut.
An Evening with A.R. Gurney, 2005 December 7
Playwright A.R. Gurney discusses his life and work. Interviewed by Davyne Verstandig, Director of LCWP, and John Long, Professor of Film and Drama. This presentation is part of the Litchfield County Writers Project, which was based at the Torrington campus of the University of Connecticut.
An Evening with Burton Bernstein, 1995 October 6
Writer and editer Burton Bernstein discusses his life in Litchfield County, his biography on James Thurber, and his years at the New Yorker. Introduced by Adrienne Lyon, Director of UConn Torrington, and Davyne Verstandig, UConn lecturer and poet. This presentation is part of the Litchfield County Writers Project, which was based at the Torrington campus of the University of Connecticut.
An Evening with Dani Shapiro, 2009 September 2
Writer/novelist Dani Shapiro discusses the art of the memoir in the context of her memoir Slow Motion, A True Story. Interviewed by Davyne Verstandig, Director of LCWP. This presentation is part of the Litchfield County Writers Project, which was based at the Torrington campus of the University of Connecticut.
An Evening with Frank Delaney and Diane Meier, 2011 October 27
Husband and wife creative team Frank Delaney (novelist) and Diane Meier (author, marketer, and style guru) discuss their short story contribution, Faux Jane, to the compilation Jane Austen Made Me Do It. Introduced by Kathy Knapp, new Director of LCWP (Davyne Verstandig moved away from role August 2011). This presentation is part of the Litchfield County Writers Project, which was based at the Torrington campus of the University of Connecticut.
An Evening with Frank McCourt, 2005 September 28
Frank McCourt, author of Angela's Ashes, discusses his life and work, and reads from upcoming memoir Teacher Man. Interviewed by Davyne Verstandig, Director of LCWP, and John Long, Professor of Film and Drama. This presentation is part of the Litchfield County Writers Project, which was based at the Torrington campus of the University of Connecticut.
An Evening with Frank McCourt, LCWP Interview Highlights 2005, 2006, 2008, 2010 April 14
The LCWP presents highlights of the 2005, 2006, and 2008 interviews with Frank McCourt, in honor of his life and legacy. Interviewed by Davyne Verstandig, Director of LCWP. This presentation is part of the Litchfield County Writers Project, which was based at the Torrington campus of the University of Connecticut.
An Evening with Honor Moore, 1994 October 21
Poet Honor Moore reads her poems and discusses her life and work. Introduced by Adrienne Lyon, Director of UConn Torrington, and Donald Connery, local author, independent journalist, and historian. This presentation is part of the Litchfield County Writers Project, which was based at the Torrington campus of the University of Connecticut.
An Evening with Madeleine L'Engle, 1995 September 22
Madeleine L'Engle, author of A Wrinkle in Time and other YA fiction, discusses the power of words. Introduced by Adrienne Lyon, Director of UConn Torrington. This presentation is part of the Litchfield County Writers Project, which was based at the Torrington campus of the University of Connecticut.
An Evening with Marianna Mayer, 1994 November 4
Writer and artist Marianna Mayer discusses what Roxbury and CT has meant to her life and work. Introduced by Adrienne Lyon, Director of UConn Torrington, and Donald Connery, local author, independent journalist, and historian. This presentation is part of the Litchfield County Writers Project, which was based at the Torrington campus of the University of Connecticut.
An Evening with Suzy Kline, 1995 November 3
An Evening with Tom Dulack, 1995 April 21
Writer and playwright Tom Dulack, author of the play Incommunicado about Ezra Pound, discusses writing, his life, and his work. Introduced by Adrienne Lyon, Director of UConn Torrington, and Donald Connery, local author, independent journalist, and historian. This presentation is part of the Litchfield County Writers Project, which was based at the Torrington campus of the University of Connecticut.
An Evening with Wendell Minor, 1995 May 5
Author and illustrator Wendell Minor discusses his work and presents a slide show of selected book covers he created (not all slides are visible). Introduced by Adrienne Lyon, Director of UConn Torrington, and Donald Connery, local author, independent journalist, and historian. This presentation is part of the Litchfield County Writers Project, which was based at the Torrington campus of the University of Connecticut.
Ann Charters: Women and the Beat Generation, 2006 April 13
English 217: A Discussion of the 1950s Counterculture Movement. Ann Charters, Professor of American Literature at UConn, reads beat poetry and discusses it. Interviewed by Davyne Verstandig, Director of LCWP. This presentation is part of the Litchfield County Writers Project, which was based at the Torrington campus of the University of Connecticut.
Ann Leary, Marie Bostwick, Lauren Lipton: Creative Conversations, 2009 May 1
Spring 2009: Literary Prize Winners of Litchfield County. Ann Leary (writer), Marie Bostwick (historical and women's fiction author), and Lauren Lipton (author and journalist) read selections from their work and discuss the creative process. Interviewed by Davyne Verstandig, Director of LCWP. This presentation is part of the Litchfield County Writers Project, which was based at the Torrington campus of the University of Connecticut.
Ann Leary: The Good House, 2013 October 25
Writers in Conversation: Litchfield County author and journalist Lauren Lipton talks to acclaimed author Ann Leary about her novel The Good House, about a woman who is a well-regarded real-estate broker in denial about her alcoholism. Introduced by Kathy Knapp, Director of LCWP. This presentation is part of the Litchfield County Writers Project, which was based at the Torrington campus of the University of Connecticut.
Anne Makepeace: Rain in a Dry Land, 2007 January 31
Drama 251: American Film, Filmmakers of Litchfield County. TV producer Anne Makepeace discusses her film Rain in a Dry Land (2006), a documentary about two Somali Bantu families who are refugees. Interviewed by Davyne Verstandig, Director of LCWP, and John Long, Professor of Film and Drama. This presentation is part of the Litchfield County Writers Project, which was based at the Torrington campus of the University of Connecticut.
Anne Waldman: Buddhism and the Beat Generation, 2006 March 16
English 217: A Discussion of the 1950s Counterculture Movement. Beat poet Anne Waldman, whose work centers on counterculture, the beat generation, and Buddhism, plays a poem by Allen Ginsberg set to music, performs selections of her own work, and discusses her experiences with Buddhism. Interviewed by Davyne Verstandig, Director of LCWP. This presentation is part of the Litchfield County Writers Project, which was based at the Torrington campus of the University of Connecticut.
Antoinette Bosco and Ben Jones: Discussion, Abolishing the Death Penalty, 2009 October 15
Antoinette Bosco: Choosing Mercy, A Mother of Murder Victims Pleads to End the Death Penalty, 2006 October 18
English 217: Writers of Litchfield County Nonfiction and Memoir. Journalist and syndicated columnist Antoinette Bosco reads from her book Choosing Mercy: A Mother of Murder Victims Pleads to End the Death Penalty, and discusses her advocacy to end capital punishment. Interviewed by Davyne Verstandig, Director of LCWP. This presentation is part of the Litchfield County Writers Project, which was based at the Torrington campus of the University of Connecticut.
Barbara Parsons: Reawakening Through Nature, A Prison Reflection and Puzzle Pieces, 2007 October 25
Barry Blitt, Marc Simont: Points of View, The Power of Political Cartooning, 2011 April 4
Barry Blitt and Marc Simont, political cartoonists and illustrators, present a montage of their work and discuss its impact as a medium in political and environmental events. Interviewed by Davyne Verstandig, Director of LCWP. Presentation also includes accompanying PDF of several political cartoons. This presentation is part of the Litchfield County Writers Project, which was based at the Torrington campus of the University of Connecticut.
Benjamin Hale: The Evolution of Bruno Littlemore, 2012 October 6
The (Young) Writer's Life: an all-day event for young, aspiring writers. Novelist Benjamin Hale reads from and discusses his book The Evolution of Bruno Littlemore, which details the rise and fall of the world's first speaking chimpanzee. Introduced by Kathy Knapp, Director of LCWP. This presentation is part of the Litchfield County Writers Project, which was based at the Torrington campus of the University of Connecticut.
Bill C. Davis: Discussion of Avow, 2008 September 24
Fall 2008: Playwrights of Litchfield County. Playwright and actor Bill C. Davis discusses his play Avow, which explores faith, spirituality, and the human condition. Interviewed by Davyne Verstandig, Director of LCWP. This presentation is part of the Litchfield County Writers Project, which was based at the Torrington campus of the University of Connecticut.
Brenda Murphy: Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman, 2009 March 25
Spring 2009: Literary Prize Winners of Litchfield County. Brenda Murphy, Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor of English at UConn, discusses Arthur Miller's play Death of a Salesman. Interviewed by Davyne Verstandig, Director of LCWP. This presentation is part of the Litchfield County Writers Project, which was based at the Torrington campus of the University of Connecticut.
Brenda Murphy: Discussing Arthur Miller's Play All My Sons, 2008 September 3
Fall 2008: Playwrights of Litchfield County. Brenda Murphy, author and Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor of English at UConn, discusses Arthur Miller's play All My Sons, which deconstructs the American Dream. Interviewed by Davyne Verstandig, Director of LCWP. This presentation is part of the Litchfield County Writers Project, which was based at the Torrington campus of the University of Connecticut.
Burton Bernstein: Family Matters, 2006 September 20
English 217: Writers of Litchfield County Nonfiction and Memoir. Burton Bernstein, staff writer for The New Yorker, reads from his memoir Family Matters, a piece about his brother, conductor Leonard Bernstein, and discusses his work and his brother. Interviewed by Davyne Verstandig, Director of LCWP. This presentation is part of the Litchfield County Writers Project, which was based at the Torrington campus of the University of Connecticut.
Cady McClain: In Celebration of Poetry Month, 2009 April 3
Spring 2009: Literary Prize Winners of Litchfield County. Actress, singer, and author/poet Cady McClain shows slides of her postcard collages, reads her poetry, sings her lyrics, and discusses her work. Interviewed by Davyne Verstandig, Director of LCWP. This presentation is part of the Litchfield County Writers Project, which was based at the Torrington campus of the University of Connecticut.
