Theatre Artists Studio to Present AMERICAN MYTH

Christina Gorman's compelling drama challenges moral principles, personal loyalties, and relationships while exploring the often-blurred lines between history and truth.

Based on actual events, American Myth follows a young journalist who accuses his former history professor of fabricating accounts of his Vietnam War record. Accounts that the eager writer had included as facts in a laudatory profile of the famous man. This highly topical play examines intriguing moral questions in today's controversy-saturated society, where the smallest public misstep can result in utter catastrophe and seemingly irreparable damage to one's reputation and others' perceptions. What should we believe? What should we question? What is the American Myth?

"I'm endlessly fascinated by individuals who seem to have it all, who are at the top of their chosen professions, yet exaggerate or fabricate events in their past," remarked Gorman when asked about her interest in writing this piece. "Most recently, think of the controversy surrounding NBC anchor Brian Williams and his now debunked stories about his experiences in Iraq. What drives this need? Where does it come from?"

Directed by Studio member Robyn Allen, American Myth features members Steven Mastroieni, Susan Back, Mark Gluckman, Bill Straus, Marney Austin, Patti Hurtado, and David Heap, with guest artists Christy Sweeney and Tyler Gasper.

Theatre Artists Studio presents American Myth from October 16 - November 1 at The Studio, 4848 E. Cactus Rd, #406, in Scottsdale. Show times are Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2:00 p.m.

Tickets are $20 for General Admission, $10 for Students 25 & Under and $15 for Groups of 10 or More, Seniors 65 and over and Members of the Military. For tickets, call the box office at 602-765-0120 or visit: www.thestudiophx.org.

This production is being presented under the auspices of the Actor's Equity Association Members Project Code.

Mission Statement: The Studio was founded to create extraordinary theatre in a collaborative environment that engages audiences, educates our community and explores the capacity for creative expression in each and every individual.

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