Production History

Rhonda Clark directed Paula Vogel’s 1998 Pulitzer Prize-winning drama How I Learned to Drive. The nonlinear memory play follows Li’l Bit from childhood into adulthood, exploring her exploitative relationship with Uncle Peck and its lasting effects. CST’s original materials discussed Vogel’s exploration of taboo subjects and clarified that the story is not autobiographical. The three Greek Chorus performers portrayed multiple characters.

CST Connections

Linda Coldwell, Greg Burns, Julianna Kershen, and Katy Christie were identified as CST newcomers. Steve Vann had previously appeared in Conversations with My Father during Season 13.

Accessibility

Supplemental newspaper research reports a sign-language-interpreted performance on January 30, 2000.

Press Coverage

Franci Hart’s favorable review, “Drive Troupe Tackles Tough Topic,” appeared in The Oklahoman on January 20, 2000.

Special Thanks

Tuxedo Specialists; OKC Traffic Management Division; Jon Womastek; Lysandra and Scott Meek; Renee Preftakes; Doobie Potter; Nacy West; Robert Perry.

Licensing

Licensed through Dramatists Play Service, Inc.

THEATRE UP CLOSE & PERSONAL

Katy Christie