John Morogiello

John Morogiello (born 16 May 1965) is an American playwright In residence with the Maryland State Arts Council.[1] He is a regular contributor to the Flagpole Radio Cafe, a variety show in Newtown, Connecticut.[2] Morogiello's work has been compared to that of British playwright Tom Stoppard.[3]

Career

Morogiello's plays are often comedic examinations of history, literature, office politics, or a life in the theater. Full length titles include Engaging Shaw, Blame It On Beckett, Civilizing Lusby, Play Date, Irish Authors Held Hostage, and Gianni Schicchi.[4] One acts include Jack The Ticket Ripper, Larry's Resolution, The Little Farmer, and Men and Parts.

References

  1. ↑ http://www.msac.org/artists/john-morogiello
  2. ↑ http://www.flagpoleproductions.org/Flagpole%20Program%20406.html
  3. ↑ http://www.washingtonpost.com/gog/performing-arts/irish-authors-held-hostage,1106729.html Washington Post review 2006
  4. ↑ http://www.johnmorogiello.com

He has been going to Potomac Elementary in the last five years to teach fifth grade how to write plays.

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