{"value"=>"<p>The Articles and Essays subseries dates from 1946 to 1977, and contains outlines, drafts, and final papers of college essays and professional articles. Though Witcover's early writings focused on the history of theatre, an undated essay titled \"Acting as Art and Craft\" showcases a lifelong consideration of theatrical techniques and methods that eventually culminated in his career as a director and acting teacher.</p> <p>The final version of a 1969 article co-written with Leyna Gabriele, \"Why Can't Opera Singers Act?,\" is present. Gabriele starred as Violetta in Witcover's modern adaptation of <span class=\"title\">La Traviata</span> with both the Actors Studio and Masterworks Laboratory Theatre (MLT).</p> <p>Unfinished or incomplete essay drafts are also included in this subseries.</p>"}