ARTIST TALKBACK

JenMarie’s exhibition at New Village Arts was created in response to The 39 Steps (which is also an Alfred Hitchcock film). Creating an exhibition inspired by a play script was a new and fascinating experience for JenMarie. The combination of noir elements, romantic adventure, collective anxieties, and courage influenced her exhibition.

The director of the play, AJ Knox, is a writer, director, artist, educator, and actor. His work focuses on history, practice, and theories of comedy. Having produced, performed in, and directed numerous plays and musicals, AJ has a wealth of experience and humor to share.

AJ and JenMarie were together in an “Artist Talkback” event following the April 20th matinee showing of The 39 Steps at New Village Arts. They discussed the work, process, influences, as well as answered questions from the audience.