Gidion’s Knot at The Circle Festival

Audiences were treated to something truly special—a glimpse into the artistry behind the performance. Actors Suzanne Di Donna and Kirsten Russell, both lifetime members of the renowned Actors Studio, invited viewers into their process, peeling back the curtain on how they bring such emotionally charged material to life. Every pause felt deliberate, every emotional shift carefully calibrated as they explored the fraught dynamic between a mother and her child’s teacher in the aftermath of tragedy. It's a rare and invaluable experience, offering insight into the craft that’s often hidden behind the polished final performance. The actors' commitment to truth and vulnerability was palpable, and Gidion’s Knot is a production that lingers long after the final bow.