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Wednesday, April 1, 2020

Julia Miles Made Space for Women in Theatre by American Theatre Editors

The founder of New York City's WP Theater brought producing savvy and fierce commitment to the cause of gender parity in all areas of stage work.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:53PM

We Are the Diplomats by American Theatre Editors

In the midst of a growing pandemic, the interconnectivity of the global theatre community can be a source of strength and hope.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:39PM

Terrence McNally, Writer and Gentleman by American Theatre Editors

The acclaimed dramatist was a generous, kind, humble, and beautiful soul whose youthful excitement for theatre lasted throughout his lengthy career.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:14PM

Terrence McNally, True to Himself From the Start by American Theatre Editors

We owe him a debt for the gay canon he began creating even before Stonewall, but he also carved paths through every form his writing could take.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:59AM

Bag&Baggage Productions Announces 2020-21 Season by American Theatre Editors

The lineup is the first selected by new artistic director Cassie Greer.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:56AM
Tuesday, March 31, 2020

No Show by American Theatre Editors

If we can’t have theatre until we can gather again safely, what are U.S. theatres and artists going to do in the meantime, and after?

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:26PM

Not the Same Old Song and Dance by American Theatre Editors

A Nairobi initiative shows what African artists can learn from American musical theatre, and vice versa.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:08PM

Looking at the Rings by American Theatre Editors

This trauma will change us, live in our bodies, and leave a mark. We should also seize the chance it gives us to heal.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:18AM
Monday, March 30, 2020

Stuart Gordon, Chicago Theatre Thriller by American Theatre Editors

Before his fame as a cult horror maestro, he made some of the most memorable and scrappy theatre the Windy City has yet seen.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:19PM

Geva Theatre Center Announces 10-Show Season by American Theatre Editors

The 2020-21 season will also include two festivals showcasing works in development.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:48PM

Act II Playhouse Announces 2020-21 Season Starting in July by American Theatre Editors

The 7-show season will feature a musical tribute, a holiday classic, and a political improv show.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:47PM

Work/Life Balance Is Everyone’s Urgent Business Now by American Theatre Editors

As we face the COVID crisis, our field has a chance to restructure itself around human needs. Caregivers can lead the way.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 07:22AM

In Search of a Space to Breathe by American Theatre Editors

Deprived of the relief of going to a job I love, I am forced to face the contradictions of co-parenting with an ex.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 07:22AM
Friday, March 27, 2020

COVID-19 Forces Cal Shakes to Cancel 2020 Summer Season by American Theatre Editors

The announcement comes with news of the company furloughing more than half of its year-round employees.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:58AM

Let’s Go Vital, Not Viral by American Theatre Editors

How many people could have been helped if they'd been exposed to theatre?

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:50AM

South Coast Rep Announces 2020-21 Season by American Theatre Editors

The season will feature the final time to see the company's 40-year annual holiday production of "A Christmas Carol" before a 2021 revamp.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:41AM

Streams Before the Flood? by American Theatre Editors

Streaming and video-captured options for shuttered shows could be more than a stopgap solution.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:13AM

Nicholas Viselli to Deliver U.S. World Theatre Day Message 2020 by American Theatre Editors

Viselli is the artistic director of New York City's Theater Breaking Through Barriers.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:15AM

The Loneliness of the Long Distance Dramaturg by American Theatre Editors

Working in theatre, I’ve never had enough time for running. I used to fantasize about calling in sick on beautiful sunny Tuesdays, just to run for hours and hours in the park. I’ve run t…

SOURCE: American Theatre at 09:00AM
Thursday, March 26, 2020

Play-PerView to Live-Stream Reading of ‘Doll’s House 2’ by American Theatre Editors

Debuting tonight, the new platform will offer theatrical events and series, with proceeds to help companies and artists in need.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 06:45PM

Fighting Viral Hate With a Hashtag by American Theatre Editors

Asian Pacific Islander theatres and artists fight a rise in xenophobia in the reaction to a global pandemic.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:42PM

The Prescience of the Freak Storm by American Theatre Editors

Art doesn't respect boundaries, but neither does this virus, so while we shelter in place let's play music for each other and not forget our way home.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:20PM

Got Masks? Theatre Costume Shops Join Fight Against COVID-19 by American Theatre Editors

Costumers and stitchers across the country are at home making masks and medical supplies.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:05AM
Wednesday, March 25, 2020

Will Arbery Receives 2020 Whiting Award for Drama by American Theatre Editors

The 'Heroes of the Fourth Turning' playwright will be awarded $50,000.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:19PM

Three on the Aisle: Alone Together Edition by American Theatre Editors

This week the critics sign in remotely to talk about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on theatre, and what they're doing with no shows to see.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 06:23PM

When a (Theatre) Door Closes, a (Screen) Window Opens by American Theatre Editors

A Philadelphia critic turns to filmed versions of the shows he had planned to cover this month.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:28AM

Can We Say ‘Yes, And’ to This Crisis? by American Theatre Editors

In a time that calls for new ideas and quick adaptations, improvisers like Dad's Garage may have an edge.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:15AM
Tuesday, March 24, 2020

Theatre Without Humanity Isn’t Either by American Theatre Editors

Among the best practices that are central to our field: taking care of the caregivers.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 06:08PM

Theatre or Family: We Shouldn’t Have to Choose by American Theatre Editors

How to build support for parent artists at U.S. theatres? First let's build a movement.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 06:06PM

‘A Happy, Fulfilled Mother Is a Good Mother’ by American Theatre Editors

Emily Mann and Mary Hodges discuss their experiences as working parent artists, and the hard-won wisdom they've gleaned along the way.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 06:04PM

Kids in the Hall by American Theatre Editors

How an Off-Broadway company planned and implemented a radical parent inclusion project.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 06:02PM

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