All stories by American Theatre Editors on BroadwayStars

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.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:11PM

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
Tuesday, February 15, 2022

Harlem Stage Announces 2022 WaterWorks Cohort by American Theatre Editors

WaterWorks Emerging Artists was created to identify, cultivate, and nurture artists of color in the early phase of their careers.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:48PM

Actor’s Express Launches 5-Year Commissioning Program by American Theatre Editors

Quinn Xavier Hernandez received the first commission in the newest of AE’s initiatives supporting Atlanta-based writers.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:45PM

Sam Woodhouse to Retire as San Diego REP Artistic Director by American Theatre Editors

The theatre's co-founder will step down in September after 46 years leading the company.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:28PM

Loretta Greco Named Artistic Director of Huntington Theatre by American Theatre Editors

The former leader of San Francisco's Magic Theatre and of NYC's Women's Project, she will take the helm of the Boston theatre in July, filling a vacancy left by Peter DuBois's resignation.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:59PM

Offscript: Jim Nicola’s Workshop Ethic by American Theatre Editors

This week the editors talk to the artistic director of New York Theatre Workshop about his long and influential tenure there, which will end in June.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:07AM
Friday, February 11, 2022

TCG Books Now Part of Drama Online by American Theatre Editors

200 titles from TCG's collection will be part of the expansive digital library.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:08PM
Thursday, February 10, 2022

Penfold Theatre Launches Leadership Apprentice Program by American Theatre Editors

Texas State University theatre student Kylie Gutierrez has been selected as the program's first participant.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:57PM

10 Rising Black Women to Watch in Theatre by American Theatre Editors

Oregon Shakespeare Festival's artistic director offers a timely list of colleagues to keep an eye on.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:56PM

McKnight Fellowships Go to Douglas R. Ewart, Olivia Levins Holden by American Theatre Editors

Administered by Pillsbury House Theatre, the honor for community-engaged, mid-career Minnesota artists comes with a $25,000 stipend.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:36AM

Beaufield Berry Brings It All Back Home by American Theatre Editors

The Omaha-based playwright never felt alone as she wrote her new family play 'In the Upper Room,' bowing next week in Denver.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 09:31AM
Wednesday, February 9, 2022

Joan Schirle: The Ascent of a Legend by American Theatre Editors

Friends and colleagues remember the hard-working, playful-spirited performer and teacher who was the founding artistic director of Dell'Arte International.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:24AM
Tuesday, February 8, 2022

Irish Rep, Fishamble to Commission Irish Playwrights of Color by American Theatre Editors

Kwaku Fortune, Jade Jordan, Felispeaks, and CN Smith will develop new work under the mentorship of playwright Dael Orlandersmith.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:30PM

This Month in Theatre History by American Theatre Editors

This edition covers some notable birthdays (Edna St. Vincent Millay, Sidney Poitier), as well as an auspicious premiere and a company founding.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:54AM
Monday, February 7, 2022

Flint Audiences See Their Reflection in ‘Wrong River’ by American Theatre Editors

Appropriately enough, Josh Wilder's play about the water crisis is having its world premiere in the Michigan city where it happened.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:49PM

On Our Team Launches Pay Equity Tracking System by American Theatre Editors

Certification for the Pay Equity Standards tool is open for theatre companies nationwide.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:40PM

BAMtheatre Students to Compete in Theatre Fest in California by American Theatre Editors

Delegation will join participants from around the world for a weekend of performances and workshops.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:26PM

Black Theatre Coalition Announces Cohort of Broadway Fellows by American Theatre Editors

8 young theatre workers will be paid $50,000 for a year of learning by doing in various capacities on Broadway shows.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:34PM
Friday, February 4, 2022

George C. White to Be Honored With Monte Cristo Award by American Theatre Editors

For its first in-person Monte Cristo gala in 2 years, the O'Neill Theater Center will pay tribute to its founder.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:58PM

The Telsey Office Announces Miranda Casting Fellows by American Theatre Editors

The fellows include Domonique Aviles, Steven Gutierrez, and Miles Kight.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:15PM

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