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Wednesday, December 12, 2018

The Joyce Foundation Announces 2019 Joyce Awards by American Theatre Editors

Six cultural organizations in the Great Lakes region will partner with artists to create new works.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:53PM

Some Enchanted Music of the Night by American Theatre Editors

A bio sums up Rodgers & Hammerstein’s achievement, and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s memoir is surprisingly lively.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:00PM
Tuesday, December 11, 2018

The Kilroys Welcome New Members by American Theatre Editors

13 new members will inherit the Kilroys moniker and mission to further representation of women and trans playwrights.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:00PM

The Subtext: Isaac Gomez by American Theatre Editors

The playwright talks about growing up the border and his play 'La Ruta,' currently running at Steppenwolf Theatre.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:38AM
Monday, December 10, 2018

City Theatre’s Long History With the Short Play by American Theatre Editors

For 23 years this Miami theatre has made short-form theatre a priority, a specialty, and something of a superpower.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:34AM
Friday, December 7, 2018

Stephanie Ybarra, Creative Producer by American Theatre Editors

After honing an engaged producerial approach at the Public Theater, she takes the helm of Baltimore's Center Stage.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:30PM

Randy Reyes Let Go From Theater Mu by American Theatre Editors

The Asian American theatre company has voted to terminate Reyes's employment following an investigation into his conduct.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:16PM
Thursday, December 6, 2018

The Parenthood Trap by American Theatre Editors

A conversation with the playwright of 'Cry it Out,' a comedy/drama about bonds and conflicts among neighbors with young children.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 09:00AM
Wednesday, December 5, 2018

Actors Theatre Announces Opportunities for Humana Festival by American Theatre Editors

Actors Theatre is looking for guest speakers and will also be awarding festival passes to theatre professionals and artists.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:37PM

Apollo Theater Announces Expansion Plans by American Theatre Editors

In addition to its historic 1,500-seat venue, the Harlem company will operate and manage two new venues.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:52PM

Disabled Artists Launch National Disability Theatre by American Theatre Editors

A group of theatre artists with disabilities are creating a producing company.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:49PM

Knight Foundation Announces $37 Million Investment in Miami Arts by American Theatre Editors

The foundation also announced the five winners of the inaugural Knight New Work Miami initiative and honored 21 Knight Arts Champions.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:21AM

Finding Joy in Tough Times by American Theatre Editors

Amid a rough year, I heard stories of survival from folks seeing and sinking into moments of personal joy.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 09:00AM
Tuesday, December 4, 2018

The Lark Names Recipients of 2019-20 Venturous Playwrights Fellowships by American Theatre Editors

Sam Chanse, Dipika Guha, and Dave Harris have been selected for the two-year fellowship.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:17PM

This Month in Theatre History by American Theatre Editors

From the deadliest theatre fire in U.S. history to a young Tennessee Williams's fateful move to New Orleans, December was a momentous month.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 09:00AM
Monday, December 3, 2018

December 2018 Onstage by American Theatre Editors

From a Detroit jazz club to a secret fountain of youth, from fairy tales to holiday stories, check out what is onstage this month.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:21PM
Friday, November 30, 2018

Three on the Aisle: Downtown and Dramaturgy by American Theatre Editors

On this episode, Time Out critic Helen Shaw discusses the challenges of covering downtown NYC theatre and gives a lesson on dramaturgy.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:39PM

Peninsula Players Theatre Announces 2019 Season by American Theatre Editors

The Wisconsin theatre's 84th season will feature a world premiere play.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:22AM
Thursday, November 29, 2018

‘La Pastorela’: Hope for the Holidays by American Theatre Editors

A 500-year-old Mexican American tradition is going strong, honoring tradition while picking up topical inflections along the way.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:09PM

Token Theatre Friends: Ming Peiffer on How Sex Ed Fails Women by American Theatre Editors

The team behind the Off-Broadway hit 'Usual Girls' discuss female sexuality and unrealistic beauty standards. Plus, the Friends review 'King Kong' on Broadway.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:38PM
Wednesday, November 28, 2018

Suzan-Lori Parks to Receive Steinberg Playwright Award by American Theatre Editors

The playwright's body of work will be celebrated at a ceremony next week.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:00PM

Leah Smith to Succeed Bruce Millan as Detroit Rep Artistic Director by American Theatre Editors

Smith, the company's marketing and development director, will be the first new leader in 61 years.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:40PM

Offscript Live at the Signature: Best Practices for Diversity by American Theatre Editors

In the inaugural joint event between American Theatre and Signature Theatre Company, a discussion about between Bill Rauch, Ralph Peña, Erica Jensen, and Jacob Padrón on successful strateg…

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:02PM

La Jolla Playhouse to Present John Leguizamo Musical by American Theatre Editors

The California theatre will also mount new works by Ike Holter, Melissa Ross, and Lauren Yee.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:58AM
Tuesday, November 27, 2018

Creede Repertory Theatre Announces 54th Season by American Theatre Editors

The 2019 summer season will include 'Little Shop,' 'Pride and Prejudice,' and a touring children's production.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:40PM

We Will Follow by American Theatre Editors

From emerging talents to unsung veterans, our regular Role Call feature shines a light on folks you ought to know.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:40AM

Actor: Frank X by American Theatre Editors

The Philly-based performer is known as one of the best around, but he doesn't rest on his laurels so much as spread them around.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:38AM

Choreographer: Robert Barry Fleming by American Theatre Editors

Inspired as much by the avant-garde as by Golden Age Broadway, this multiple threat has a varied and ever-expanding toolkit.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:36AM

Composer: James Valcq by American Theatre Editors

The 'Spitfire Grill' tunesmith is also the co-artistic director of Wisconsin's Third Avenue Playhouse.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:34AM

Costume Designer: Uriel Gomez by American Theatre Editors

He sees his work as a collaboration with the performers he's dressing.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:32AM

Development Director: Emily Sutton-Smith by American Theatre Editors

Money doesn't just fall into her lap, but there's no question she has a knack for fundraising at Williamston Theatre.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:30AM

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