The Boy in the Moon (Interview with Ian Brown and Emil Sher)

Published: Jan. 27, 2020, 5:10 a.m.

Chris talks to playwright Emil Sher and journalist Ian Brown about Ian\u2019s bestselling book-turned-play, The Boy in the Moon. Both tell the story of Ian\u2019s quest to connect with his son, Walker, who was born with a rare genetic disorder. The two writers discuss the challenge of portraying Ian\u2019s family on stage; the guilt and shame associated with disability; and why Ian had to rethink the idea of love and where to find it.