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Tuesday, November 12, 2019

Drama Book Shop to Reopen, With Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Help by American Theatre Editors

The 'Hamilton' composer, who bought the century-old book shop when it closed last fall, has announced its reopening for March 2020.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:57PM

Three on the Aisle: Is ‘Tina’ Just Another Jukebox Musical? by American Theatre Editors

The critics discuss the newest celebrity jukebox musical, and how Broadway theatres have an accessibility issue.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:48AM

Human Trafficking at Human Scale in ‘Live Bodies for Sale’ by American Theatre Editors

In Ohio-based writer Christopher Johnston's new play, a disgraceful global trade hits close to home.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 08:00AM
Friday, November 8, 2019

This Month in Theatre History by American Theatre Editors

From the birth of William Wells Brown and Ellen Stewart to the beginnings of Memphis's Playhouse on the Square and McNally’s 'Love! Valour! Compassion!,' December was a noteworthy month.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:45PM
Thursday, November 7, 2019

Why Is Susan Lieu Self-Funding a 10-City Tour? by American Theatre Editors

In telling the story of her mother, who died under a careless plastic surgeon’s knife, she hopes to illuminate both grief and injustice. 

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:30PM

People’s Light Announces 45th Anniversary Season by American Theatre Editors

The season will feature the world premiere of a musical about Civil Rights activist Bayard Rustin.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:16PM

Godfrey L. Simmons Jr.: Vision and Mission by American Theatre Editors

The co-founding leader of Ithaca's Civic Ensemble prepares to take the helm of the similarly community-minded HartBeat Ensemble in Connecticut.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 08:00AM
Wednesday, November 6, 2019

Andy Garcia Unlocks ‘Key Largo’ by American Theatre Editors

Known for calm, eye-of-the-storm roles, the Florida-raised actor brings the thunder in his own adaptation of the iconic gangster drama.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 08:00AM
Tuesday, November 5, 2019

Conrad Ricamora Is Ready to Be a Leading Man by American Theatre Editors

Why is he doing 'Soft Power' in New York while filming 'How to Get Away With Murder' in Los Angeles? Because he finally gets to play the hero.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:00AM
Monday, November 4, 2019

Token Theatre Friends: Adrienne C. Moore on Getting Ntozake Shange’s Approval by American Theatre Editors

The 'Orange is the New Black' actress discusses learning how to dance for 'for colored girls....' at the Public Theater. Plus reviews of 'Moulin Rouge,' 'Little Shop of Horrors,' and 'Soft P…

SOURCE: American Theatre at 06:03PM

Trigger Warnings: How to Handle Guns Onstage and Off by American Theatre Editors

Whether the weapons are real or fake, part of the show or not, your theatre needs to be prepared.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:21PM
Friday, November 1, 2019

Can Freestyle Love Supreme Be Taught? by American Theatre Editors

The popular improv troupe is now teaching folks its blend of improv and freestyle rap, and one of its students is now with them on Broadway.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:32PM
Thursday, October 31, 2019

5 Tales of Haunted Theatres to Give You a Fright by American Theatre Editors

Unexplained knocking, disembodied voices, a whiskey-drinking spirit, and more fill our annual collection of stories about theatrical ghosts.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:12PM

Charly Evon Simpson Wins Paula Vogel Playwriting Award by American Theatre Editors

The award from the Vineyard Theatre is named for Pultizer-winning playwright Paula Vogel.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:35PM
Wednesday, October 30, 2019

Is There a Black Acting Method? A Symposium Makes the Case by American Theatre Editors

A gathering last month in Georgia lifted up the work of Sharrell D. Luckett and Tia M. Shaffer, and their mentor, Freddie Hendricks, in developing empowering approaches for Black actors.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:26PM
Tuesday, October 29, 2019

Lear deBessonet Named New Artistic Director of Encores! by American Theatre Editors

Where will this acclaimed director, slated to succeed Jack Viertel, take New York's beloved musical theatre revival program?

SOURCE: American Theatre at 06:03PM

Three on the Aisle: A Conversation With Tracy Letts by American Theatre Editors

Tracy Letts stops by to discuss his newest play, 'Linda Vista,' and how he balances being a playwright and actor.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:05PM

EST/Sloan Project Announces 2019-20 Commissions by American Theatre Editors

The partnership has commissioned 10 new plays about science and technology.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:46PM

The Sober Reality for Theatremakers in Recovery by American Theatre Editors

Six theatre artists in recovery share stories of how the field has both embraced and excluded them.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:07PM

5 Off-Off-Broadway Companies Find a Home at Midtown’s Theatre Row by American Theatre Editors

The new Kitchen Sink Residency will give 2 years of support and space for companies to create new work, culminating in full productions.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:04PM
Monday, October 28, 2019

Want to Do Audience Development? Try Some Scare Tactics by American Theatre Editors

How bloodsucking vampires, headless horsemen, and ghostly encounters are bringing new patrons to theatres around the country.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:58PM

Perseverance Theatre Names Leslie Ishii Artistic Director by American Theatre Editors

Ishii has been serving as Perseverance's interim artistic director since July.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:44PM

Hudson Valley Shakes Announces Summer Season by American Theatre Editors

The summer 2020 season will feature the premiere of Christopher Bayes and Steven Epp's adaptation of Goldoni's 'The Venetian Twins.'

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:22AM
Friday, October 25, 2019

American Players Theatre Announces a ‘Very Different’ 2020 Season by American Theatre Editors

The Wisconsin summer theatre will present 9 shows in repertory, including works by Tom Stoppard, Tarell Alvin McCraney, and Marisela Treviño Orta.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:48PM

An ‘Inheritance’ Deferred by American Theatre Editors

In his long-gestating gay-legacy epic, Matthew Lopez speaks back to a work that helped shape him, ‘Howards End.’

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:22AM
Wednesday, October 23, 2019

TCG National Conference Heads to Phoenix for 2020 by American Theatre Editors

Theatremakers from all over the country and the world will gather in the Valley of the Sun next June 4-6.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:10PM

Chicago’s Equity Jeff Awards Announce 2019 Winners by American Theatre Editors

The annual Chicago theatre awards honored Remy Bumppo Theatre Company and Court Theatre with five awards each,

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:22PM

Huntington Theatre Company Names New Playwriting Cohort by American Theatre Editors

The four playwrights will complete a two-year residency in Boston.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:20PM
Tuesday, October 22, 2019

Working Theatre Announces 35th Season with Off-Broadway Premiere by American Theatre Editors

The season will feature the Off-Broadway premiere of Dan Hoyle's timely 'Border People'.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:00PM

Chance Theater Announces 2020 Season by American Theatre Editors

Chance Theater will feature Orange County premieres in addition to family favorites.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:59PM

The Subtext: Adam Szymkowicz on Redefining Success by American Theatre Editors

The playwright of 'Hearts Like Fists' has interviewed more than 1,000 playwrights on his website. Now it's his turn to be interviewed.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:26PM

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