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Friday, March 13, 2020

All the News That’s Fit to Stage by American Theatre Editors

For the new show 'Playwrights in the Newsroom,' 2 Dallas artists trailed journalists and learned how and why they do their job.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 09:42AM
Wednesday, March 11, 2020

Northlight Theatre Announces 5-Show 2020-21 Season by American Theatre Editors

The season will include two world premieres and an Oscar Wilde adaptation.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 06:06PM

Long Wharf Announces Ambitious 2020-21 Season by American Theatre Editors

The season features a diverse slate of works new and old, all directed by women, and an emphasis on local collaborations and community partnerships.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:30PM

Actors Theatre of Louisville Announces 2020-21 Season by American Theatre Editors

The season will feature the return of two annual favorites and a new play from Idris Goodwin.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:19PM

Guthrie Announces 11-Show Mainstage Season by American Theatre Editors

Highlights include the return of director Joe Dowling, revivals of 'In the Heights and Les Blancs,' and Kathleen Turner as Molly Ivins.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:48PM

Hath Not a Woman Eyes? How a Female Shylock Changes ‘The Merchant of Venice’ by American Theatre Editors

For a production last year in Calgary, a gender switch illuminated the Shakespeare play's conflicts in fresh and troubling ways.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:22PM

Contemporary American Theater Festival Announces 2020 Season by American Theatre Editors

The summer season will feature 6 plays in rotating repertory, including 4 world premieres.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:18PM

City Theatre Company Announces 6-Show Season by American Theatre Editors

The season will feature two world premieres, including a community project with deep Pittsburgh roots.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:46PM

Alliance Theatre Announces New Classic Remix Project by American Theatre Editors

Hansol Jung, K.J. Sanchez, and Brendan Pelsue will all present new work inspired by classic works.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:35PM

Children’s Theatre of Charlotte Announces 2020-21 Season by American Theatre Editors

The family-friendly lineup will feature puppet shows, musicals, folktales, and more.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:21AM
Tuesday, March 10, 2020

Roslyn Ruff: A Cry for ‘Help’ by American Theatre Editors

The powerhouse actor has been on a streak of shows about race and the white gaze. Her newest: a theatrical essay by Claudia Rankine.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 06:06PM

Classic Stage Company Announces 4 Shows for 2020-21 Season by American Theatre Editors

Artistic director John Doyle will helm two of the productions.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 06:05PM

Theatres Stay Open but Make Backup Plans Amid COVID-19 Concerns by American Theatre Editors

Even in disease hotspots, most U.S. theatres are taking a wait-and-see approach to the public health risks of live performance.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:56PM

Park Square Announces 3 Associates to Replace Artistic Director by American Theatre Editors

Rick Shiomi, Ellen Fenster, and Kim Vasquez are the first confirmed members of the new cohort named in place of artistic director Flordelino Lagundino.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:36PM

Theatrical Outfit Announces 2020-21 Season by American Theatre Editors

The season announcement is accompanied with the launch of a new-work development program and the expansion of its apprentice program.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:32PM
Monday, March 9, 2020

LORT Names Stephanie Grassi New General Counsel by American Theatre Editors

Grassi replaces long-time counsel Harry Weintraub.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:35PM

Morgan M. Manfredi: On the Rise by American Theatre Editors

Manfredi, a former assistant managing director of Creede Repertory Theatre, recently stepped into the role of managing director.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:03PM
Friday, March 6, 2020

The Old Globe Names 2020 Classical Directing Fellowships by American Theatre Editors

The 2020 fellows are Meg DeBoard, Manoel Felciano, Lavina Jadhwani, and Edward Torres.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:04PM

Our Stories Are Shaped by Our Roots by American Theatre Editors

With a little advance planning, conversation, and modest investment in resources, we can (and must) use our creativity for good.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:38PM

TimeLine Theatre Company Announces 2020-21 Season by American Theatre Editors

The Chicago company's lineup will include a world premiere by Will Allan.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:05AM
Thursday, March 5, 2020

6 Theatre Workers You Should Know by American Theatre Editors

From an actor and farmer in Texas to a teatrista in Chicago, here are some theatre workers to have on your radar.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 06:17PM

Sanaz Toossi Wins 2020 L. Arnold Weissberger New Play Award by American Theatre Editors

The award, presented by Williamstown Theatre Festival, includes a cash prize and a commission to write a new play.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:49PM

Cincinnati Shakespeare Announces 9-Show 2020-21 Season by American Theatre Editors

In addition to its namesake playwright, the season will feature work by August Wilson, Mike Bartlett, Kate Hamill, and Lee Hall.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:14PM

Theatre Horizon Announces 2020-21 Season by American Theatre Editors

The season includes three Philadelphia premieres, all directed by women.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:11PM

Three on the Aisle: Conor McPherson and His Ghosts by American Theatre Editors

The critics talk with the 'Girl From the North Country' playwright about his work and its meanings, and discuss 'Mockingbird' at MSG, a new take on 'Dracula,' and a James Baldwin revival in …

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:22PM

This Month in Theatre History by American Theatre Editors

From Anna Cora Mowatt to James Baldwin, from 'Children of a Lesser God' to LMDA, March has had a plethora of theatrical milestones.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:28PM
Wednesday, March 4, 2020

Park Square Theatre Announces 2020-21 Season by American Theatre Editors

The Minnesota company's season will feature two world premiere plays.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:25PM

Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park Announces 2020-21 Season by American Theatre Editors

The season includes world premieres, classics, and two stories of Cincinnati's history.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:54PM

Oklahoma City University Names Kristin Chenoweth Artist in Residence by American Theatre Editors

Chenoweth will visit her alma mater each semester to teach students in the the Wanda L. Bass School of Music.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:23PM

Madhuri Shekar Named Recipient of 2020 Lanford Wilson Award by American Theatre Editors

The New Dramatists fellow will be honored this summer.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:15PM

Token Theatre Friends: Eden Espinosa Paints With Music by American Theatre Editors

Jose talks with the 'Wicked' star, currently doing a cabaret residency and soon to star in the musical 'Lempicka.'

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:03PM