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Friday, May 20, 2022

In ‘American Jade,’ Jodi Long Traces Her Imprints by American Theatre Editors

At Bucks County Playhouse, the award-winning actor stars in a one-woman show reckoning with the legacy of her showbiz family and the experiences of Asian Americans in the theatre.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:30PM
Thursday, May 19, 2022

‘Lehman Trilogy,’ ‘Kimberly Akimbo’ Lead Outer Critics Awards by American Theatre Editors

This year's winners will be honored at an in-person ceremony on May 26.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 06:57PM
Wednesday, May 18, 2022

Dave Harris and Mansa Ra: Connection, Contention, Community by American Theatre Editors

The writers of 'Exception to the Rule' and 'What the End Will Be,' both at Roundabout Theatre, talk about their paths from home to work, and possibly back again.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 07:49PM

ViBe Theater Experience Names Executive Co-Directors by American Theatre Editors

Beryl Briane Ford and Michelan Le'Monier will co-lead the Brooklyn-based organization.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:29PM

Nikki Kuhnhausen: The Death of an ‘American Girl’ by American Theatre Editors

In depicting a transphobic murder in Washington, Mikki Gillette's new play sets out to show a young woman's confidence in the face of chaos.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:00PM

Sundance Theatre Program, Rest in Power by American Theatre Editors

The end of yet another path-breaking play development program, one with fieldwide impact and global reach, has not been properly mourned.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:36AM
Monday, May 16, 2022

R. Eric Thomas: Laugh Till You Feel Something by American Theatre Editors

With 3 plays opening within as many months of each other, the prolific writer talks about comedy, empathy, and his deep love for television.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:57PM

Theatrical Mustang: Ada Karamanyan Would Like More, Please by American Theatre Editors

This month we talk to the administrator, activist, and casting professional about amplifying trans talent, rethinking the canon, and prioritizing mental health.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:29PM

Jonathan Berry Named Artistic Director of Penobscot Theatre by American Theatre Editors

A Chicago-bred director, producer, and teacher, Berry will join Penobscot executive director Jen Shepard to lead the company's 49th season.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:00AM
Thursday, May 12, 2022

Five EPIC Years: How to Build a Neuro-Inclusive Community by American Theatre Editors

This New York-based company, dedicated to giving neurodiverse theatremakers a space to express their authentic selves, opens a production of '25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee' tonight.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:22PM
Wednesday, May 11, 2022

Joe Morton: Into the Storm of ‘Lear’ by American Theatre Editors

The actor talks about his voice and craft, his approach to an iconic role, and where the storm ends and the madness begins.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 09:31AM
Tuesday, May 10, 2022

Trump Coup 2.0, as Staged by London’s Mike Bartlett by American Theatre Editors

The author of the near-future history play 'King Charles III' turns his attention to our once and possibly future president, but is it a comedy or a tragedy?

SOURCE: American Theatre at 08:18PM

Bruce Pomahac: Attention to Detail, and to Good Stories by American Theatre Editors

For years he was the Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization's secret weapon, with an impeccable ear and an ideal combination of passion and practicality.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 08:13PM

The Subtext: Jeremy Cohen’s Magical Gifts by American Theatre Editors

This month Brian talks to the producing artistic director of Playwrights' Center in Minneapolis about supporting writers, following a unicorn, and teaching doctors to write.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:50PM

Terry Nemeth, Publisher of TCG, to Retire by American Theatre Editors

He spent nearly 40 years championing plays and playwrights, both at TCG Books and in American Theatre magazine.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:05PM

Sara Morgulis Named Executive Director of TYA/USA by American Theatre Editors

She succeeds Jonathan Shmidt Chapman as leader of the national organization for theatre made for children, young adults, and families.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:59AM

Seattle Rep Announces More 20×30 Playwriting Commissions by American Theatre Editors

Amy Freed, Julia Izumi, and Benjamin Benne have received commissions in the theatre's 20x30: Reimagining the Anthropocene project.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 09:38AM

Acting Company Announces Student Loan Relief for Actors by American Theatre Editors

The Actors' Career Stability Initiative will grant relief to actors who join the company and have a minimum of $10,000 in student debt.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 09:21AM
Monday, May 9, 2022

James Ijames Wins 2022 Drama Pulitzer for ‘Fat Ham’ by American Theatre Editors

The finalists are Sylvia Khoury for 'Selling Kabul' and Kristina Wong for 'Kristina Wong, Sweatshop Overlord.'

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:55PM
Thursday, May 5, 2022

TYA Partnership Will Give L.A. Youth Chance to Help Develop New Works by American Theatre Editors

A joint program of In Other People's Shoes Productions and Camp Bob Waldorf, the pilot will center on a new play by José Cruz González.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:31PM

Emma, Hershel, and Me by American Theatre Editors

An interview about antisemitism, accountability, and Diet Coke with Emma Jude Harris, an American director-dramaturg based in London.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 07:00AM
Monday, May 2, 2022

Oscar Hammerstein II: He Had Some Notes by American Theatre Editors

In 4 excerpts from a new collection of letters to and from the great musical writer and producer, we read his thoughts on matters large and small, as well as his advice for a young Sondheim.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:35PM

What Happened at The Lark? by American Theatre Editors

The beloved New York play development center announced its closure last fall after 27 years, citing 'pandemic-related crises,' but its staff tells a different story.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:01PM
Friday, April 29, 2022

Sam Hunter’s ‘Case’ for Hope, Faith, and Rebirth by American Theatre Editors

His new play at the Signature Theatre is not a theological argument but another of his searching efforts to find meaning in contemporary American life.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:56PM

Fatima Bunafoor Is Talent & Equity Director for 4 Pittsburgh Arts Orgs by American Theatre Editors

Bunafoor will work with City Theatre, Mattress Factory, Pittsburgh Glass Center, and Pittsburgh Public Theater f theatres seeks to advance better practices around human and personnel managem…

SOURCE: American Theatre at 09:24AM
Thursday, April 28, 2022

Sanaz Toossi: Can We Talk? by American Theatre Editors

The playwright of 'English' and 'Wish You Were Here' writes disarming comedies about Iranian women, all the better to sneak in frank insights about language and loss.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:41PM

Who’s Afraid of Zachary Quinto? by American Theatre Editors

The actor talks about the new Geffen Playhouse production of Albee's classic marital scrimmage he's headlining opposite Calista Flockhart.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 09:29AM
Wednesday, April 27, 2022

The Subtext: In the Middle With Heather Raffo by American Theatre Editors

For this special reported episode, Brian goes deep on the actor-writer and her very personal new play, 'Tomorrow Will Be Sunday.'

SOURCE: American Theatre at 08:00AM
Tuesday, April 26, 2022

Theater Latté Da Announces NEXT Generation Commissions by American Theatre Editors

Bethany Brinton, Crystal Manich, and Celeste Moreno are this year's recipients.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:21PM

A Homecoming to ‘Knoxville’ by American Theatre Editors

A new musical based on Agee's 'Death in the Family' from Ahrens, Flaherty, and Galati debuts at Florida's Asolo Rep, almost exactly 2 years after COVID shut it down.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:11PM
Monday, April 25, 2022

Robert Ramirez Named Head of Carnegie Mellon School of Drama by American Theatre Editors

Ramirez joins CMU after heading the performance program at the University of Texas at Austin.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:34PM