Alan M. Berks is a Minneapolis-based writer whose plays have been seen in New York, Chicago, Phoenix, Indianapolis, San Francisco, and around the Twin Cities. He helped create Thirst Theater a while back. Now, he’s the co-founder of this here magazine. He’s also written Almost Exactly Like Us, How to Cheat, 3 Parts Dead, Goats, and more.
Alan M. Berks
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Poetic essay about dance that fits the mood of the beautiful weather
NewsLocal dance critic and poet (and owner of perhaps the best poet name since William Carlos Williams) Lightsey Darst writes...read the story -
Performance history - the odd stuff
NewsHappy to link to this article from Max Sparber that details some of the more odd stories of Twin Cities...read the story -
Advertise your fringe show
NewsWe've still got a few slots available in either our skyscraper or banner ads during Fringe days. The prices are...read the story -
Community and professional theater collide
NewsWhat do you do when your community theater is in a community of artists? Ever since our "on the road"...read the story -
Express yourself about Legacy amendment spending
NewsOne more push to get you to contribute to the debate about how the State Arts Board should allocate the...read the story -
Monday's updates
NewsThe holiday weekend has taken its toll. On you as well, I'm sure. Look for a new interview later today...read the story -
What is the Summit of Ensemble Theaters?
NewsSandbox Theatre Artistic Director Ryan Hill reports back from the San Francisco meeting of the national Network of Ensemble Theaters:...read the story -
Pay my rent
EditorialThe Vom: A monthly diatribe, rant, provocation against the conventional wisdom
Would you feel comfortable with a part-time dentist? Someone...read the story -
Youth theater in Rochester closing, selling off costumes
NewsSome sad, bad news from Rochester: After 25 years and 79 shows, Masque Youth Theatre and School will be closing...read the story