Cast & creatives
People behind the production
Fires In The Mirror is a landmark verbatim theatre work created and performed by Anna Deavere Smith, brought to life in a contemporary stage production. The 2025 Bristol Riverside Theatre presentation features Phyllis Johnson performing under the direction of Amy Kaissar, weaving dozens of real interviews into interconnected monologues that examine race, identity, and community through multiple perspectives. This page offers a detailed biography of the creator, highlights from the work's rich discography of performances, and up-to-date information on upcoming tour dates.