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Thursday, March 10, 2022

The Shows That Got Away and/or Found a Way by American Theatre Editors

A look at 8 shows that the pandemic cut short, what's happened to them since, and what might be next.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:38PM

Can We Talk? Why I Put ‘America in One Room’ by American Theatre Editors

A political science experiment to gather diverse Americans inspired a stage version at Florida Studio Theatre, which also brought people together to reflect on their similarities and differe…

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:32PM

Lock Up Tha Theatre by American Theatre Editors

An excerpt from a new collection of micro-plays.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:30PM

TCG Launches THRIVE! Uplifting Theatres of Color Initiative by American Theatre Editors

The Doris Duke Charitable Foundation will provide $1.6 million in support for the initiative.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:55PM
Wednesday, March 9, 2022

In the Play Room With Andrei Belgrader by American Theatre Editors

Though shy and reserved himself, he pushed his actors beyond self-consciousness to imaginative extremes and genuine discovery.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:05PM
Tuesday, March 8, 2022

Milwaukee Rep Founder Mary John Dies at 96 by American Theatre Editors

A producer on and Off-Broadway, she founded Drama Inc., now Milwaukee Rep, in 1954.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:08PM

TCG Opens 2022 Rising Leaders of Color Applications by American Theatre Editors

The 2022-23 program will assemble a cohort of early-career BIPOC leaders from Pittsburgh, the site of TCG's next conference.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:58PM

This Month in Theatre History by American Theatre Editors

This month features some notable births, a devastating fire, and an Indiana theatre founding.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:49AM
Monday, March 7, 2022

How Universes Solves a Problem Like ‘Maria’ by American Theatre Editors

The theatremaking couple, recently thrown into an unexpected controversy over their purported sequel to 'West Side Story,' are living out their own tale of cross-cultural exchange.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 08:00AM
Thursday, March 3, 2022

Thinking Again: A New Play Challenges Old Certainties by American Theatre Editors

In 'The Mytilenean Debate' at Forward Theater, Quan Barry puts 4 characters at a crossroads after a cataclysm to ponder the ever timely question: What comes next?

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:30AM

Off the Sidelines and ‘Out of Time’ by American Theatre Editors

5 monologues by Asian American writers, performed by Asian American actors over 60, comprise a new NAATCO anthology at the Public Theater.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 09:19AM

Hamlet’s Body by American Theatre Editors

How the Suzuki technique has helped StageWest's new production rebuild Shakespeare's play from the feet up.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 08:51AM
Wednesday, March 2, 2022

Try to Remember: ‘The Fantasticks’ in a Warzone by American Theatre Editors

An oral history about the time the beloved Off-Broadway musical magically entertained American GIs in Vietnam.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:59PM
Tuesday, March 1, 2022

Ja’Mel Ashley Finds a Space to Stand in His Full Identity by American Theatre Editors

In 'i need space,' a new digital series from Donja R. Love, Ashley gets the chance to play a Black, trans, and HIV-positive character whose experience harmonizes with his own.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 09:10AM
Monday, February 28, 2022

When Worlds Fall Apart, There’s ‘Nuestro Planeta’ by American Theatre Editors

Amid health and climate crises, a new-works program takes Latine writers to their ancestral homes to inspire hope and healing.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:02PM

Offscript: Chisa Hutchinson Is Paying Attention by American Theatre Editors

The editors speak to the playwright of 'Amerikin,' a new play about white supremacy, now onstage Houston's Alley Theatre after repeated pandemic delays.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:32PM

PCS Leader Cynthia Fuhrman to Take Job With NY Consulting Group by American Theatre Editors

After a long association with Portland Center Stage, including 5 years as managing director, she'll join an influential arts consultancy.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:00PM
Thursday, February 24, 2022

National Deaf High School Theatre Fest Bows in Utah by American Theatre Editors

The festival will partner with Deaf West Theatre and the National Technical Institute for the Deaf.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:39PM

SCR Returns With In-Person Pacific Playwrights Fest by American Theatre Editors

This year's fest will feature 5 staged readings, 1 full production, and excerpts from a new musical in development.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:41PM
Wednesday, February 23, 2022

Long Wharf’s New Home: New Haven by American Theatre Editors

After 57 years in one place, the influential theatre will become itinerant to better serve its community, though a theatre 'hub' anchoring its many partnerships may be in its future.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:43PM

C. Julian Jiménez, Still in Flux by American Theatre Editors

As he prepares for the premiere of 'Bruise & Thorn,' the playwright formerly known as J. Julian Christopher is still defining himself—and embracing the parts that remain undefined.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:00PM
Tuesday, February 22, 2022

Mark Valdez Named Next Artistic Director of Mixed Blood Theatre by American Theatre Editors

He will succeed founding artistic director Jack Reuler, who has led the Minneapolis theatre for 46 years.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 08:00PM

Austin Playhouse Welcomes 3 to Leadership Team by American Theatre Editors

The company has added associate artistic directors Ben Wolfe and Sarah Fleming Walker, and Sarah Chong Harmer as education and community engagement programs manager.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:26PM

The Subtext: Class With Kari Bentley-Quinn by American Theatre Editors

Brian talks to the Queens-based playwright about her New England roots and her approach to balancing work and mental health.

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In Translations, a Canon for All by American Theatre Editors

As we work to expand our definition of classics beyond the work of white men, let's not forget to look outside English-language drama as well.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:33PM
Thursday, February 17, 2022

Head: American Blues Theater Announces Blue Ink Winner by American Theatre Editors

Mardee Bennett’s ‘The Reapers on Woodbrook Avenue’ has taken the award, which comes with $2,500 prize.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:05PM

Maya Phillips Wins Nathan Award for Dramatic Criticism by American Theatre Editors

The New York Times critic at large was cited for chronicling a tumultuous year in live art.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:26PM
Wednesday, February 16, 2022

What’s Gender Got to Do With Acting Awards? by American Theatre Editors

Why the Georgia High School Musical Theatre Awards are beginning to eliminate gendered acting awards, in recognition of a generational shift and an increase in LGBTGIA+ representation.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:03PM

Hath Not a Jew Roles? A Case for Authentic Jewish Casting by American Theatre Editors

Not every Jewish role needs to be cast with Jewish actors, but for plays with anti-Semitic elements, strong Jewish representation is a must.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:51AM

Fire This Time Fest to Release Methuen Anthology by American Theatre Editors

The new book will include 25 short plays by early-career Black playwrights.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:36AM

Franklin Stage Commissions New Play From Kyle Bass by American Theatre Editors

The creation of a Civil War-era piece called 'Wakeman and Toliver' is supported by a grant from the New York State Council on the Arts.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:06AM

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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 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 01, 2025: Glengarry Glen Ross
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre
TBA: Titanic