Malden Actor Mark Linehan Selected For Boston Theater Marathon

Malden MA

28 April, 2021

9:00 AM

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MALDEN, MA — A new play written by Malden-based stage actor Mark Linehan was recently selected for the Boston Theater Marathon. The annual event will stream online this year on Monday, May 3. It is Linehan's first time being selected for the program. The Boston Theater Marathon showcases 10-minute plays written by New England playwrights in collaboration with local theaters. Linehan's original play, "Backyard Duel," will be sponsored by the Titanic Theatre, directed by Fran Weinberg and performed by actors Ruva Chigwedere and Damon Singletary. To watch the performance May 3 at noon, visit www.BostonPlaywrights.org. The event is free, and closed captioning will be available. Any donations received will benefit the Theatre Community Benevolent Fund which assists artists in times of need. Linehan is a member of the Actors' Equity Association (AEA) labor union and co-Chairs the Malden Cultural Council.