All stories by Roz Warren on BroadwayStars

Monday, January 9, 2023

I love Greta Thunberg — but why is it ok for her to mock guys with small dicks? by Roz Warren

Misogynist influencer Andrew Tate deserved to be burned on Twitter by climate activist Greta Thunberg, but Roz Warren says it's time to stop the body-shaming.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 02:51PM
Tuesday, July 5, 2022

As a retired librarian who loves to read books, I’m all for giving kids screen-time by Roz Warren

As a bookworm kid who became a librarian, Roz Warren used to assume screens were bad news for youngsters. But now she takes a different view.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 02:21PM
Friday, May 27, 2022

I just saved someone’s life. It’s easy if you know how. by Roz Warren

The world seems chaotic and hopeless, especially over the last two years. It’s easy to feel powerless in the wake of so much grief, but Roz Warren discovered that being ready to save a lif…

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 02:32PM
Monday, November 22, 2021

Saving the kindness supply chain by Roz Warren

Almost two years into a pandemic, life in 2021 is tough for almost everyone. Roz Warren says that every day, you have a chance to make it better—or worse.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 01:17PM
Tuesday, July 27, 2021

When white people hear racist comments from fellow travelers, how should they respond? by Roz Warren

When a stranger shares racist views with you, how do you respond, especially if you’re stuck in the next seat? Roz Warren considers.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 01:56PM
Tuesday, June 8, 2021

Does an Amtrak trip between Philly and New York feel Covid-safe? by Roz Warren

Roz Warren was vaccinated and ready to take her first jaunt to New York City in over a year. Does she recommend taking Amtrak?

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 02:35PM

Does an Amtrak trip between Philly and New York feel Covid-safe? by Roz Warren

Roz Warren was vaccinated and ready to take her first jaunt to New York City in over a year. Does she recommend Amtrak?

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 02:35PM
Tuesday, May 4, 2021

Good afternoon, shoppers: The pandemic is no excuse to be rude by Roz Warren

We’re all navigating a weird and troubled pandemic world. Roz Warren says we don’t have to be rude on top of everything else.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 03:57PM
Tuesday, March 9, 2021

Stuck between a good neighbor and a noisy neighbor at seven in the morning by Roz Warren

Especially when many of us are spending extra time at home, what does being a good neighbor really mean? Roz Warren listens in.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 05:10PM
Monday, January 18, 2021

What happens when bringing up the truth just gets you blocked? by Roz Warren

Twenty-one years ago, Roz Warren edited a book called ‘Eat, Drink and Remarry.’ Seven years ago, another author published a novel by the same title. But why did she accuse Roz of theft?

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 05:59PM
Tuesday, December 22, 2020

The man in the yellow van by Roz Warren

Patrons at a suburban library complained to the staff about who was allowed in the door. Librarian Roz Warren always had the same answer.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 04:46PM
Monday, October 5, 2020

Are you displacing your rage in the age of COVID? by Roz Warren

For some, pandemic life brings out extra kindness and patience. But as Roz Warren tells it, others are looking for a target for their anger.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 11:18AM
Tuesday, September 8, 2020

I lost my library job because I refused to work with the public in the pandemic by Roz Warren

After decades behind the circulation desk, Roz Warren didn’t feel safe going back to work in the pandemic.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 03:13PM
Monday, June 1, 2020

I’m one of those people who’s making more money now that I’m unemployed by Roz Warren

Roz Warren is grateful for her CARES Act-boosted unemployment check since she was furloughed from her job at her local library. But there’s something else she wants even more.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 12:04PM
Sunday, May 10, 2020

An open letter to unmasked runners and bikers who won’t stay six feet away by Roz Warren

When you push by Roz Warren without a mask on during your workout, she's tempted to trip you. But she's decided on something a little safer.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 11:47AM
Friday, April 17, 2020

What was it like to fly to California and back during the coronapocalypse? by Roz Warren

The CDC guideline was clear: no non-essential air travel. But Roz Warren didn't have a choice when she got the call from California.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 05:31PM
Tuesday, March 17, 2020

Thank you for not hugging me— now or ever by Roz Warren

Everybody loves a hug! It's good for you! No so fast. Some folks, like Roz Warren, have been dodging hugs since long before it was the health directive du jour.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 05:46PM

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Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
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