Writings — Hazel

I treat reading not as a passive escape, but as an active study of the human condition, character development, and narrative architecture.

Critical writing

Writing analytical essays and script critiques lets me break down complex texts, analyze character motivations, and study how big themes can be physicalized on a stage. This directly strengthens my work as an Assistant Director and Stage Manager: I can enter a rehearsal room with a strong grasp of subtext and translate a director’s notes into clear, actionable adjustments.

Selected work

Notes on Underground — a critique of Dostoevsky’s Notes from Underground
Production Analysis: Schneewittchen
Power and Influence — an essay on leading with connection, confidence and empathy
Play Analysis: Rue — see the Rue page

Full texts are available on request: [email protected]