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October 20, 2005
Where, at Last, Ripeness Is Really All
The convention affords the opportunity to hear how performers who really work at it can grow and deepen over time. Those who have followed the careers of Ms. Akers and Wesla Whitfield, in particular, could see on Monday how each has gained in confidence as a stage performer and in depth as an interpreter. Ms. Whitfield, who is disabled, has chosen in recent years to appear in a wheelchair rather than be carried onto the stage. The security and freedom this gives her to gesture and emote has transformed her from a somewhat inhibited performer into a fierce, thrilling one.
Posted by Michelle at October 20, 2005 12:15 AM