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The Watts Towers Project
Written by Roger Guenveur Smith
Narrated by Roger Guenveur Smith
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Smith's edgy and funny The Watts Tower Project focuses on Simon Rodia, the Italian immigrant who spent 33 years building his towers - only to walk away from them, never to return.
Smith blends his own childhood, the life of Rodia, and L.A. history to create a wonderfully eclectic piece.
An L.A. Theatre Works performance featuring Roger Guenveur Smith.
(P)2007 L.A. Theater Works
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