Phillip C. Black - Tomes of the Wanderer
"Black opened with “Tomes of the Wanderer,” (2014) by Benjamin McMillan a newer selection with prerecorded accompaniment. Described by the composer as having the “sounds of a film score,” the work was presented with staged actions by the performer. He acted out traveling “Over the Mountains” with his trusty walking stick, seeing the high peaks and deep vales. In the “Old Forest,” he passed through tangled woods with twisted limbs, keeping an eye out for fierce wildlife. In the “Cursed Mire” he met the terrifying “Leviathan.” Black’s performance elicited laughter from the audience in this very interesting and accessible theatre piece." - Carole Nowicke, Indiana University
"Black opened with “Tomes of the Wanderer,” (2014) by Benjamin McMillan a newer selection with prerecorded accompaniment. Described by the composer as having the “sounds of a film score,” the work was presented with staged actions by the performer. He acted out traveling “Over the Mountains” with his trusty walking stick, seeing the high peaks and deep vales. In the “Old Forest,” he passed through tangled woods with twisted limbs, keeping an eye out for fierce wildlife. In the “Cursed Mire” he met the terrifying “Leviathan.” Black’s performance elicited laughter from the audience in this very interesting and accessible theatre piece." - Carole Nowicke, Indiana University