OMC: What upcoming productions does Cornerstone have planned?

Cotter: We will be producing "Love Letters" in February. Heidi and I will be in that and I think it is the perfect choice for a Valentine's night out. Then we'll be doing a Harold Pinter play to close our first season.

OMC: What future projects would you like to take on?

Cotter: I have been working with some writers in New York on several new works. I would very much like to introduce some of this new work in Milwaukee. I am also looking at an early Lanford Wilson play. Whatever we choose, it will be fun for the actors. Working at the Brumder, it is a no frills facility. It's all about the acting. The audience is very close to the stage. There is definitely nowhere to hide as an actor.

OMC: What types of work are you doing outside of Milwaukee currently?

Cotter: Because of my family commitments here, I am not currently looking for long, Broadway-type runs. Instead I am seeking more short-term television and movie roles. I've just recently completed an episode of "Judging Amy." I continue to record audio books for Simon & Schuster. In fact, I am leaving for New York shortly after this interview to record a book entitled "Losing My Mind." It is the story of an Alzheimer's patient, as told by the patient and his doctor. It's a fascinating book.

OMC: Anything else you would like to share?

Cotter: Thank you Tom, and thank you Milwaukee for making me feel so welcomed. While I still have my feet in Los Angeles and New York, Milwaukee is now my home.

Till next month, so long and have a peaceful journey.

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