Ever found yourself captivated by a story that perfectly blends heartache with humor? That's what you're in for. Join Brad as he sits with Jiggs Burgess, a queer playwright from Texas and the first winner of the Del Shores Foundation writer's search. They explore his deeply touching play, "The Red Suitcase," and how it has moved audiences. In addition, they delve into the themes of resilience and humor in the face of tragedy,
Jiggs shares his personal journey growing up gay in a small town in West Texas and his bright future as a playwriter.
Jiggs Burgess' Website: playsbyjiggs.com
Del Shores Foundation: delshoresfoundation.org
Details on December showings of "Wounded" in Los Angeles
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