Michael Harney

en-usJune 21, 2017

Geffen Playhouse Unscripted

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About this Episode

Actor Michael Harney joins John Horn to discuss his enjoyment of the acting process, breaking boundaries, speaking the truth of our experiences, and his work as a play write and a teacher.

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