Welcome to the first episode of Art+Work, an ongoing discussion with creative people about art, work and life. Our first guest is actor and writer Joe B. McCarthy. Born and raised in Detroit, MI, Joe was educated at The University of Michigan; the National University of Ireland, Galway; and The Actors Studio MFA Program in New York City. He has acted extensively in New York, and his plays have been produced there and in Ireland. Joe's recent screen acting credits include Limitless (dir. Neil Burger) and The Place Beyond the Pines (dir. Derek Cianfrance).  Today, we will talk with Joe about the pivotal moments when he realized that the arts were going to be a part of his life, and also about the people in his life who supported and encouraged him. We will learn how his creative work as an actor and writer has evolved over time, and how he views his work after major life events including a serious illness and recovery, getting married, moving out of New York City and starting a family. (Photo credit: Seth Wenig; Music: "Isolate," by Moby, used with permission.)

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