Jez Butterworth

Published: June 5, 2019, 12:43 a.m.

Award-winning writer-director Jez Butterworth has come across the pond from his native London to stun Broadway audiences with plays like \u201cJerusalem\u201d and \u201cThe River,\u201d and now this season\u2019s Tony-nominated family epic about The Troubles in 1981 Ireland, \u201cThe Ferryman.\u201d In this fascinating peek at his writing process\u2014and how ideas for stories chase him down\u2014Jez ponders and untangles the many mysteries of theater-making, providing crucial advice on how to do it.\n\n--\n\nFor over 50 years, Backstage has been the most trusted place for actors to find jobs and career advice, and for casting professionals to find the right performers for their projects. \u201cIn the Envelope: An Awards Podcast\u201d features interviews with some of the most exciting actors and storytellers working today. Check out more here: https://bit.ly/2OMryWQ\n\nSUBSCRIBE and listen to In the Envelope on:\n- iTunes: https://apple.co/2rs0llz\n- Google Play: https://bit.ly/2DHkPwt\n- Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2QNmu6C\n- Stitcher: https://bit.ly/2DJv6bD\n- Overcast: https://bit.ly/2OJvWGk\n- SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2jUpnnw\n\nFollow Backstage and In the Envelope on social media:\n- https://www.facebook.com/backstage\n- https://www.twitter.com/backstage\n- https://www.twitter.com/intheenvelope\n- https://www.instagram.com/backstagecast\n\nSpecial thanks to...\n- Host: Jack Smart\n- Producer: Jamie Muffett\n- Social Media: Francis Ramos and Lauren Routt\n- Design: Mark Stinson and Caitlin Watkins\n- Additional Support: Kasey Howe and Samantha Sherlock