The memoir recounts Epps' directing career on Broadway and how he became Artistic Director at the renowned Pasadena Playhouse.
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“My Own Directions: A Black Man’s Journey in the American Theater” tells the story of Sheldon Epps and his life in the theater. The memoir recounts Epps’ directing career on Broadway and how he became Artistic Director at the renowned Pasadena Playhouse. Epps has directed major productions like the three-time Tony-nominated Duke Ellington musical “Play On!” and the musical revue “Blues in The Night.
He was also producer and director for “Girlfriends,” over the course of five seasons. Epps’ list of directing credits at the Pasadena Playhouse is vast and his work as Art Director at the Playhouse spans two decades . He is widely credited with the rejuvenation and rebirth of the famous theater company, which was also one of the whitest in the beginning of Epps’ career.moments in my long and blessed career,” said Sheldon Epps in a press release statement.
While Epps received many awards, notable honors include the NAACP Community Service Award and the prestigious James Irvine Foundation Leadership Award for what he did during his tenure at The Playhouse.UCLA, University of San Diego, Occidental College, and Cal State LA among others. Epps was also honored in receiving the Alumni Achievement Award from his alma mater Carnegie-Mellon University.Epps is also the director of the upcoming BET+ movie “Chrismas Party Crashers,” premiering Nov. 17.