Behind the ‘Line

Ayanna Bria Bakari Midway through the run of Too Heavy for your Pocket, we’re going backstage to get to know the four actors who are embodying the show’s undeniably courageous characters. You can read our first interview with Jennifer Latimore, who plays Sally-Mae Carter, here. Next we reached out to Ayanna Bria Bakari, the actress playing Evelyn Brandon, Bowzie Brandon’s wife.  Tell us the story of when you first knew you wanted to become an actor. ...

Adia Alli We’re heading into our final two weeks of the Chicago premiere of Cardboard Piano! Before these four lovely actors take their final bows on March 17, we thought we’d pull back the curtain and get to know them outside their work bringing this heartfelt show to life. First up is Adia Alli, who debuted on our main stage as Adiel and Ruth in Cardboard Piano and also appeared in the First Draft Festival ...