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Tuesday, October 15, 2019

Educational Theatre Foundation Awards Schools Affected by Disasters by American Theatre Editors

The grant will aid theatre programs in schools damaged by a tornado and a hurricane, respectively.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:53PM

Miami New Drama Names Nicholas Richberg Managing Director by American Theatre Editors

Richberg has been serving as interim managing director since June.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:02PM

Nina Vance, Texas Pioneer by American Theatre Editors

The Alley Theatre’s founder built it for Houston, and built it to last.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:56AM
Friday, October 11, 2019

Helen Shaw Wants To Be the Anthony Bourdain of Theatre by American Theatre Editors

Succeeding Sara Holdren at New York magazine, Shaw will shine her unblinking critical light on works big and small.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 09:00AM
Thursday, October 10, 2019

Three on the Aisle: Cell Phones and ‘Slave Play’ by American Theatre Editors

The critics discuss locking up cell phones in Yondr pouches and heatedly debate 'Slave Play.'

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:40PM
Wednesday, October 9, 2019

Featured Contributors, Oct. 2019 by American Theatre Editors

A overview of indie theatre around the country, and a deep dive into a small Georgia town.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:39PM

Jackie Sibblies Drury and Lauren Yee Win 2019 Steinberg Playwright Awards by American Theatre Editors

The playwrights will each receive a $50,000 cash prize.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:29PM

Bebe Neuwirth Lights ‘A Small Fire’ by American Theatre Editors

For the actor/dancer it's all about storytelling around the campfire, whether it's theatre, dance, or AC/DC.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 09:00AM
Tuesday, October 8, 2019

Robert Barry Fleming: Blazing a Path by American Theatre Editors

Fleming brings his vast experience working as a multidisciplinary artist across the U.S. back to his home state of Kentucky.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 06:13PM

Joe Mantello Receives SDCF’s Mr. Abbott Award by American Theatre Editors

The two-time Tony Award-winning director will be honored at a gala in March 2020.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:33PM

Irondale Ensemble Project Announces 2019-20 Season by American Theatre Editors

The Brooklyn company will present works that explore morality and promote social justice.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:48PM

Jeanie Tesori and Sarah DeLappe Named MacDowell Colony Fellows by American Theatre Editors

Multiple theatre artists are among MacDowell Colony's 79 fall fellows, who will receive an average of $10,000 and a fully funded residency.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:44AM

Target Margin Theater Will Present Play About Arthur Miller by American Theatre Editors

The Brooklyn theatre's 2019-20 season will include a new play about Miller's trips to Beijing in 1983.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:00AM
Monday, October 7, 2019

Madeline Sayet Named Director of Yale Indigenous Performing Arts Program by American Theatre Editors

The director and performer succeeds Mary Kathryn Nagle in the role.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:03PM

This Month in Theatre History by American Theatre Editors

From the birth of James Allen Bland and Victory Gardens to landmark premieres for Mary Martin and Erik Ehn, October has been a momentous month for theatre.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 09:52AM
Friday, October 4, 2019

Everything Going His Way: My Dad’s ‘Oklahoma!’ Accessibility Journey by American Theatre Editors

Taking my father, a Parkinson's patient and stroke survivor, to the current Broadway revival was a challenge, but well worth it.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:30PM

Token Theatre Friends: Javier Muñoz Is Exactly Where He Wants to Be by American Theatre Editors

The 'Hamilton' actor is back onstage after a year off following a mental breakdown. Plus reviews of 'Freestyle Love Supreme' and the 'Judy' movie.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:58PM

Remembering Jane Campbell and Her Hawai′i-Sized Heart by American Theatre Editors

Honolulu Theatre for Youth's longtime managing director forever changed TYA, in the islands and beyond.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:53PM
Thursday, October 3, 2019

Phamaly Theatre Company Announces 2020 Season by American Theatre Editors

The disability-centered theatre company will perform both in Colorado and internationally.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:27PM

6 Theatre Workers You Should Know by American Theatre Editors

From a producer in Brooklyn to a costume designer in South Carolina, here are some theatre workers to have on your radar.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 09:00AM
Wednesday, October 2, 2019

Atlantic Theater Company Names New Launch Commission Playwrights by American Theatre Editors

Lily Houghton and Brian Otaño are recipients of the early career playwriting program.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:13PM

NYC’s Foundry Theatre to Close After 25 Years by American Theatre Editors

The East Village company, which will close next month, will release a book about its artistic practice and history.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:30PM

Jessica Huang Named 4 Seasons Residency Playwright by American Theatre Editors

Four organizations will support Huang for a year-long residency of intensives and retreats.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:25PM

Taking Care of Business by American Theatre Editors

The ecosystem of the American theatre field is characterized by mobility as well as mentorship.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:13PM

Know a Theatre: Mesner Puppet Theater of Kansas City, Mo. by American Theatre Editors

With a season of original and adapted puppet shows for young audiences (and occasionally adults), Mesner makes theatre that is deeply felt, among other materials.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:00PM
Tuesday, October 1, 2019

Theater Latté Da Announces Musical Commission Program by American Theatre Editors

The Twin Cities theatre will support the creation and development of new musicals by women and artists of color.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:45PM

Three on the Aisle: Top 10 Trends? by American Theatre Editors

Looking at the theatre's most-produced lists for clues to changing (or lasting) tastes, and a dip into the readers' mailbag.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:40PM

How ‘Roleplay’ Reflected Tulane’s Experiences With Assault by American Theatre Editors

With the help of Goat in the Road Productions, Tulane students shaped a play in response to an assault crisis on their campus.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:35PM
Monday, September 30, 2019

How Karamu House Went From Deficit to Durability by American Theatre Editors

Four years ago the Cleveland theatre was losing money. Now, thanks to savvy, responsive leadership, it's running a surplus.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:44PM

After 27 Years, Victoria Nolan Will Step Down From Yale Posts by American Theatre Editors

The longtime deputy dean and professor at Yale School of Drama, who also served as Yale Rep's managing director, will end her tenure next June.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:36PM
Friday, September 27, 2019

Is This a Spatula I See Before Me? ‘Scotland, PA’ Serves Up a Diner ‘Macbeth’ by American Theatre Editors

Order up! Roundabout's first musical commission resets the Scottish play in a burger joint.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:37PM

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