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REVIEWS
“Whether you’re an actor, writer, director, dancer, musician or interested in the history of culture in America, Gail Merrifield Papp’s astounding memoir of her relationship with her late husband, Joe Papp, the history of The Public Theater, and the arduous, rewarding steps to form the nation’s premiere theatrical institution, is a must read. Get this book. Read it, study it, engrave it in your soul. This is how one creates an artistic mission with a great purpose.”
Virginia Schneider
The Hollywood Times
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“A terrific twofer that’s both a fascinating history and an affecting personal memoir. Will likely appeal to theater fans everywhere.”
Library Journal
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“Joe Papp died more than 30 years ago, but it is a testament to his brilliance as a
producer and director that the two New York institutions he founded, Shakespeare in
the Park and the Public Theater, still seem to belong to him despite the wonderful work
his successors have accomplished.”
Editor’s Picks
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INTERVIEWS
Gail Papp in Conversation with George C. Wolfe at Joe’s Pub
(September 18, 2023)https://youtu.be/wsknfI-Fj3gThe event begins with comments and a performance by David Amram. The conversation Wiley Hausam moderates between Gail Merrifield Papp and George C. Wolfe begins at 19:35.
Unveiling The Theatrical Tapestry: Gail Merrifield Papp’s Journey with Joe Papp — Interview with Norm Goldman for Book Pleasures
(September 27, 2023)
Gail Papp on PUBLIC/PRIVATE: MY LIFE WITH JOE PAPP AT THE PUBLIC THEATER — interview with Jeffrey Kare
(September 25, 2023)https://youtu.be/yLAlUJXzbMU
Gail Papp interviewed by Frankie Boyer on The Frankie Boyer Show
(September 21, 2023) — interview with Gail starts at 23:47
How Theater Transforms the World with Mandy Patinkin, Kathryn Grody and Gail Merrifield Papp
(October 28, 2023)
Media Resources
Press release for Public/Private: My Life with Joe Papp at The Public Theater
