PATRICIA WILLIAMS DOCKERY with JOY VANDERVORT-COBB

The PURE Theatre Podcast

A Conversation with Patricia Williams Dockery: Discussing Education, Civil Rights and Her Journey as a Writer. Co-hosted by Joy Vandervort-Cobb

The podcast features conversation with writer Patricia Williams Dockery, known for 'Septima', a play that celebrates the life and struggles of Septima P. Clark, an important figure in civil rights and education. The play was developed in The PURE Theatre Lab under the guidance of director Sharon Graci. Dockery discusses the impact of growing up on the Southside of Chicago and the importance of education in her upbringing. The narrative then shifts focus to the play 'Septima. The host identifies essential aspects of Dockery's journey - her parents' role in shaping her values, obtaining her PhD in anthropology, and the significance of working at the Avery Research Center for African American history and culture. The discussion also highlights the potential of 'Septima' further evolving and being showcased in different venues. The conversation concludes with Dockery's upcoming book, a middle-grade edition geared towards educating young readers about the history of slavery and African American heritage.

Photograph - David Mandel Photography

Music From Artlist

ORKAS - You Know What You Want

Yarin Primak - Driving on the Moon

00:06 Introduction and Overview
00:32 The Success of 'Septima' and its Upcoming Tour
01:10 Introducing Joy Vandervoort Cobb
01:35 Patricia's Journey to Writing
02:17 The Importance of Education and Language
02:58 The Role of Education in Activism
06:08 Patricia's Academic Journey
08:42 The Process of Writing 'Septima'
09:06 The Impact of 'Septima' on Audiences
14:52 The Future of 'Septima'
23:14 The Role of Love in Activism
25:48 Patricia's Upcoming Book
27:34 Conclusion and Farewell