For the past three years, we have been searching for the right alchemy of place, space, time, and people. The place, space, and time in Marfa have remained remarkably consistent. What has changed most this summer—and what we now understand to be the most potent ingredient in the alchemy—are the artists who fill the theatre.
Eleven years after a conversation with Tim Crowley first planted the seed, the Marfa Intensive continues to surprise us. It remains a place where ideas take root, where friendships and artistic partnerships begin, and where students leave not only as stronger artists, but as more adventurous, imaginative, and generous human beings.
As Dr. Bill Gelber retires from Texas Tech University, it is difficult to speak of him only in terms of titles, dates, or accomplishments—though by any measure, those alone would constitute a distinguished career.