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Monday, March 18, 2024

Life Imitates Art in Hampshire High’s Contested Staging of ‘The Prom’ by American Theatre Editors

First it was cancelled, then it wasn't, then the students couldn't talk about it. Now that the show actually went on, it's worth asking: Were this school district's precautions about safety …

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:42PM

TCG’s 2024 Gala: Telling ‘Our Stories’ of Lives in the Theatre by American Theatre Editors

This year’s event recognized several vital industry changemakers and raised approximately $200,000 in support of TCG’s mission to lead for a just and thriving theatre ecology.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:14AM
Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Signature Theatre Artistic Director Paige Evans to Step Down by American Theatre Editors

A new-play leader who succeeded founder James Houghton and weathered the pandemic lockdown, she leaves the helm after 8 years.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:14PM

SDC Davidson Award, Waterwell New Works Lab, Artios Awards, and More by American Theatre Editors

A roundup of prizes, fellowships, and other recognitions.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:33PM

Know a Theatre: Indy Convergence by American Theatre Editors

Known for their artist's residency, this company offers community-focused work, including performances on the White River in Indianapolis.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:57AM
Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Ava Pickett Wins 2024 Blackburn Prize by American Theatre Editors

Pickett earned the prestigious prize for her Tudor-era play '1536,' while Justice Hehir received a special commendation for for her pandemic-era play, 'The Dowagers.'

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:09PM
Monday, March 11, 2024

Offscript: Michael R. Jackson & Anna K. Jacobs Write With Bite by American Theatre Editors

On this episode, Rob talks to the writer-composer team about their new horror-comedy musical 'Teeth' and checks in with Bay Area critic David John Chávez.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:33PM

Jeanette Harrison to Lead Native Theater Project by American Theatre Editors

A leader with a track record of nurturing and producing work by Native artists, Harrison will begin the project in residency at Oregon's Bag&Baggage Productions.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:31PM

GableStage Names Jeff Potts Managing Director by American Theatre Editors

With 25 years of experience in business development and nonprofit administration, Potts will be the company's first managing director.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:46AM

Emily Jackson Named Kitchen Theatre Company Artistic Director by American Theatre Editors

Jackson will take over from interim leader Rachel Lampert as producing artistic director, while her husband, Tyler M. Perry, assumes the role of director of production.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:01AM
Friday, March 8, 2024

Rebecca Ende Lichtenberg Back at Studio Theatre After Stint at Shakespeare Theatre by American Theatre Editors

Citing a personal decision involving her husband, who works at STC, Ende Lichtenberg has returned to her former job.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:32AM

Lookingglass Meets Funding Goal, Names Kasey Foster Artistic Director by American Theatre Editors

The Chicago ensemble theatre, which put this past season on pause, begins space renovations this spring and will return with programming in the fall.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 08:53AM

Chicago Theatres Sign New Equity Agreement by American Theatre Editors

AEA and Producers' Association of Chicago Area Theatres have announced a new 4-year deal.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 08:40AM
Thursday, March 7, 2024

On the D.C. Street Where You Live: The H Street Oral History Project by American Theatre Editors

A multi-year community-based project led by Mosaic Theater Company and local director Psalmayene 24 culminates with 3 new plays.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:00AM
Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Margo Moskowitz Named Managing Director at Philadelphia Theatre Company by American Theatre Editors

The former general manager has served as interim managing director since Emily Zeck's departure last September.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:25PM

Owning It by American Theatre Editors

At Florida Studio Theatre, one route to survival runs through real estate.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:38PM
Tuesday, March 5, 2024

This Month in Theatre History by American Theatre Editors

March looks back on a musical comedy duo, a Carolina laureate, A Cherry Lane icon, the Living Theatre, and a Fornés tetralogy.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:57PM
Monday, March 4, 2024

How ‘Days of Wine’ and ‘White Chip’ Stage Alcoholism and Recovery by American Theatre Editors

2 shows currently running in New York mix unique strengths with some predictable tropes about 'rock bottom' and recovery.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:22PM
Sunday, March 3, 2024

Northern Lights: Canadian Theatre Now by American Theatre Editors

This month the editors explore a vibrant, multilingual scene just across the border.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:41PM
Friday, March 1, 2024

TCG Donates $25,000 Worth of ‘Plays for the People’ by American Theatre Editors

With Mellon Foundation support, TCG will gift book credits to 50 libraries, educational institutions, and community organizations to help expand and diversify their drama collections.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:15PM

ICONS 2: Jose Jiménez by American Theatre Editors

This episode features a monologue by Raquel Almazan, performed by Jose Febus, dramatizing the community activism of Young Lords organizer Jose Jiménez.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:32PM

The Subtext: Matthew Paul Olmos Finds Comfort in Chaos by American Theatre Editors

This month Brian talks to the Mexican American playwright about his educational path, his early years in New York, and his process for writing poetic plays.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:14PM

Tom Walker, Don Quixote of the Living Theatre by American Theatre Editors

Swept up first as a fan of Julian Beck and Judith Malina's legendary experimental ensemble, he became one of its essential members.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:57AM

Early Adapters by American Theatre Editors

A TYA radio play-turned-musical opens this weekend at the Kennedy Center, with accessibility and community at the forefront.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:55AM
Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Latinx Theatre Commons Announces 10th Anniversary Convening by American Theatre Editors

The March convening will be held in Boston, the same city that hosted LTC's first convening.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:43PM
Tuesday, February 27, 2024

HERE Announces New Leadership Structure by American Theatre Editors

Amanda Szeglowski has been promoted to co-director, with the remaining director positions expected to be filled by June.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:10PM

Managing Director Frank Mack to Leave Charleston Stage by American Theatre Editors

His next gig is at Encore Musical Theatre in Michigan.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:23PM

Lynda Gravátt: Artist Mother, Mentor, Muse by American Theatre Editors

A writer whose plays were infused with the late actor's presence and spirit gives tribute.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:06AM
Monday, February 26, 2024

Shakespeare at Notre Dame Announces New Staff by American Theatre Editors

Scott Jackson has been promoted to executive artistic director, while Debra Gasper has been promoted to producing director.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:02PM

All that Chat

2023-2024 BROADWAY SEASON
May 30, 2023: Grey House - Lyceum Theatre
Jun 26, 2023: Just For Us - Hudson Theatre
Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
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
Jun 10, 2024: The Drama Desk Awards