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"The Prince of L.A.," a play about the Catholic clergy

In his new play, "The Prince of L.A.," Old Globe Associate Artist Dakin Matthews explores the culture of the Catholic clergy during and after the recent pedophilia scandals in a modern verse drama of scandal and the clergy in present-day Los Angeles. Winner of the LA Drama Critics Award for Outstanding New Play, and starring Matthews himself, this rich exploration of character and faith is both achingly funny and deeply moving. "The Prince of L.A." delves into the sensitive topic of corruption in the Catholic Church, while giving an insight into the men and women who devote their lives to the worship of God.
Read entire article at KPBS Radio "These Days" 2005-09-27