Friday, September 20, 2024

Editor/Publisher Nicole Hertvik Steps Down From DC Theater Arts by American Theatre Editors

She'll leave the nonprofit media outlet, which has been covering the local theatre scene since 2012 and which she has run since 2017, at the end of this year.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:57PM

Gabriella Calicchio Named Exec Director of Oregon Shakes by American Theatre Editors

Working with interim executive director Tyler Hokama to transition roles, Calicchio will officially start in November.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:49PM

The Legend of Zelda by American Theatre Editors

2 new books show and tell the instructive story of Arena's path-breaking co-founder, Zelda Fichandler---both the work she did and the work she left for us to continue.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:53AM
Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Carson Grace Becker to Step Down from Chicago Dramatists by Guesteditor

After five years of service, Becker will focus on her own writing and projects.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:39AM

6 Theatres Partner for Black Trans Women Play Festival by Guesteditor

Now in its fifth year, this digital festival marks the first cross-theatre partnership and will be available to stream starting Nov. 18.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:31AM

Signature Theatre Names Emily Shooltz Next Artistic Director by American Theatre Editors

A former associate artistic director at new-works incubator Ars Nova, she'll succeed Paige Evans in the role starting in November.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:05AM
Monday, September 16, 2024

Long Wharf to Hold Artistic Congress at Yale by American Theatre Editors

Artists and industry leaders will convene in New Haven, Conn. to discuss the future of theater and its vital importance to expression, equity and democracy

SOURCE: American Theatre at 09:25AM
Friday, September 13, 2024

Know a Theatre: People’s Light of Malvern, Pa. by American Theatre Editors

Now in its 50th year, this Pennsylvania theatre has strong local roots as well as a national profile.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:33PM
Thursday, September 12, 2024

How ‘Coconut Cake’ Is Being Served at 5 Black Theatres by American Theatre Editors

A rolling premiere award run out of the International Black Theatre Festival is having success with a flexible approach to commissioning and co-production.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:20AM
Wednesday, September 11, 2024

Coffee Chronicles by Gabriela

Brian Quijada plants the seeds for a new play, with Hero Theatre's Nuestro Planeta commissioning opportunity and a research trip to El Salvador.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:24PM

Perfect Prop Pie by American Theatre Editors

What theatres are cooking up for 'Waitress,' the Sara Bareilles/Jessie Nelson musical that's popping up at several theatres in the coming season.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:07PM

Social Impact Theatre Awardees, Horton Foote Prize, and More by Guesteditor

A roundup of prizes, fellowships, and other recognitions.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:52AM
Tuesday, September 10, 2024

Staffing Changes Announced at TCG Publications by Gabriela

Three multi-hyphenates on this magazine's editorial staff are promoted as Theatre Communications Group restructures and creates new positions.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:03PM

Bringing New Harmony to Indy’s Inaugural PlayFest by American Theatre Editors

The New Harmony Project's new-play festival seeks to stamp Indianapolis's place on the new-work development map.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:21PM

Lear deBessonet Named Next Artistic Director of Lincoln Center Theater by American Theatre Editors

To succeed longtime leader André Bishop, she will work alongside Bartlett Sher, who now assumes the title of executive producer.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:40AM
Monday, September 9, 2024

This Month in Theatre History by American Theatre Editors

September is full of actors making their mark, from the downfall of a 19th-century working-class icon to one actor’s celebrated recreation of a Jazz Age star.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:53PM
Friday, September 6, 2024

Offscript: Chukwudi Iwuji’s Cyrano Is Larger Than Life by Gabriela

This month, the editors talk with the acclaimed actor about modernized classics, language, and how "Oppenheimer" led him back to the stage.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:58PM

How To Tell If You’re a Theatre Kid by American Theatre Editors

In this excerpt from a new memoir about his years toiling Off-Off-Broadway, the author reflects on what it means to be young and bitten by the acting bug. 

SOURCE: American Theatre at 09:41AM
Thursday, September 5, 2024

NAMT Grants, Geffen Writers’ Room, and More by Gabriela

A roundup of prizes, fellowships, and other recognitions.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:27PM
Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Bruce E.H. Johnson: A Persistent, Eloquent 1st Amendment Defender by American Theatre Editors

The Seattle-based lawyer, who served on local and national theatre boards for decades, also fought pro bono for embattled theatres and artists.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:23PM

The Subtext: Marin Ireland, Play Builder by American Theatre Editors

This month Brian talks to the acclaimed actor about the ups and downs of her career, why and how she wrote her first play, and whether she feels she can claim the title 'playwright.'

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:35PM

TFANA Founder Jeffrey Horowitz to Retire in 2025 by American Theatre Editors

After overseeing another season of classical and contemporary work, he'll step down from leading the NYC-based classical theatre he founded in 1979.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:58AM
Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Baltimore Theatres Go All In on August Wilson by American Theatre Editors

Over the next 3 years at 10 Charm City venues, the playwright’s entire American Century Cycle will unfold in chronological order.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:47PM

Destination: Children’s Theatre Company by American Theatre Editors

New CTC leaders Rick Dildine and Jill Anderson discuss creating lasting memories for young people of all ages, from Minneapolis and beyond.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:29PM

Invisible Theatre’s Susan Claassen to Step Down by Guesteditor

After 49 years with the company, managing artistic director Claassen will be succeeded by Betsy Kruse Craig.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:26PM
Wednesday, August 28, 2024

Brendon Fox Named Peterborough Players Artistic Director by American Theatre Editors

Starting in September, Fox will take over for interim producing artistic director Charles Morey.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:35PM

Kit Ingui Joins Williamstown Theatre Festival Leadership Team by Guesteditor

Ingui will serve as the organization's managing director, operations & advancement, starting this November.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:51AM
Tuesday, August 27, 2024

From Chicago: All the World’s a Stage by Gabriela

This month we analyze the intersection between politics and theatre, plus get to hear from teatristas Sandra Delgado and Carlos García León.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 06:00PM
Monday, August 26, 2024

From the Ground Up: Building Empowered Communities by American Theatre Editors

As the League of Chicago Theatres celebrates its 45th anniversary, it seeks to foster community connections that go beyond membership.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:00AM
Friday, August 23, 2024

MTC Champion Fellowship, Prince Fellowship, and More by Gabriela

A roundup of prizes, fellowships, and other recognitions.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:00AM

Picturing Theatre: Looking Through Iconic Photographs by American Theatre Editors

Two exhibits on view at the New York Public Library invite visitors to look both at and through stunning theatre photographs from Joan Marcus, Carol Rosegg, and Friedman-Abeles.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:00AM

All that Chat

2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 11, 2024: Oh, Mary! - Lyceum Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 15, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 01, 2025: Glengarry Glen Ross
TBA: Titanic