Actor Director Writer Teacher Richard Hoehler created and continues with the Otisville Theatre Workshop at the Otisville Correctional Facility. Here he provides an opportunity explore the world of theatre for those incarcerated. He speaks with Andrea Cunliffe Arts Correspondence from Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

STANDING ON THE SHOULDERS OF GIANTS at Otisville State Prison their first live production in four years! The extraordinary cast is performing works by Tennessee Williams, Sam Shepard, Eugene O’Neill, Samuel Beckett, and Anton Chekhov among others.

This event proves to be an unforgettable evening where men are turning their lives around – and creating beautiful art while doing it. In Solidarity,

A special performance for outside guests will be held on Wednesday, June 14 at 6:30PM which will also be attended by the families of the men in the cast. To RSVP, please send me full names (as they appear on photo IDs)[email protected]