Aurora Theatre Company Names Josh Costello Artistic Director by American Theatre Editors

Costello, who succeeds Tom Ross, will take the reins of the Berkeley company in July.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 1:17pm on February 28, 2019☆⚑

Steppenwolf Season to Feature Carrie Coon, Ladysmith Black Mambazo Play by American Theatre Editors

The 2019-20 slate at the Chicago theatre will include a revival of Tracy Letts's 'Bug' starring Coon, plus a new Rajiv Joseph play about LeBron James.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:33pm on February 28, 2019☆⚑

The View From Denver's New-Play Summit by American Theatre Editors

Now under new leadership, the 14th iteration of this developmental festival again offered room, time, and shared energy to a crop of writers.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 2:22pm on February 27, 2019☆⚑

Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park Announces 2019-20 Season by American Theatre Editors

The lineup includes novel adaptations, bold new comedies, and a world premiere from Universes.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 6:01pm on February 26, 2019☆⚑

TCG Announces Recipients of Audience (R)Evolution Exploration Grants by American Theatre Editors

The selected theatres will use the funding for various community engagement projects with a focus on youth and multigenerational audiences.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 5:57pm on February 26, 2019☆⚑

Florida Repertory Theatre Announces 2019-20 Season by American Theatre Editors

The lineup includes a Ken Ludwig farce, a world premiere, and 'A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder.'

SOURCE: American Theatre at 4:39pm on February 26, 2019☆⚑

Closing the Great Divide by American Theatre Editors

The success of Black artists should be good for Black theatres, but too often there's a disconnect.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:46pm on February 26, 2019☆⚑

Black Theatres in the U.S.: Building, Surviving, Thriving by American Theatre Editors

The nation's African American theatres are as various as the experiences and regions they represent, though they share some common goals and hurdles.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:44pm on February 26, 2019☆⚑

We're Going to Need a Bigger Table by American Theatre Editors

A new wave of Black playwrights has upended the myth of the singular genius, even as tokenism and constraining expectations persist.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:42pm on February 26, 2019☆⚑

Finding Wakanda Within by American Theatre Editors

Last fall's International Black Theatre Summit looked for ways to capitalize on Black cultural success.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:40pm on February 26, 2019☆⚑

Black Theatres Across the U.S. by American Theatre Editors

A listing of arts organizations dedicated to producing stage work about the African American and Black experience, and to developing artists and audiences of color.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:38pm on February 26, 2019☆⚑

How Becoming HIV+ Turned Me Into a Playwright by American Theatre Editors

It took the worst news and deepest doubts of my life to lead me to my voice and my subject: exploring Black queer love.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:36pm on February 26, 2019☆⚑

Chuck Smith, Charles Smith, and a South Side Friendship by American Theatre Editors

Their partnership has brought Chicago some great theatre, once folks got past confusing their names.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:34pm on February 26, 2019☆⚑

A Sneak Preview of 2019's National Black Theatre Festival by American Theatre Editors

North Carolina Black Repertory Company is preparing another can't-miss biennial week of new work, networking, and mentorship opportunities.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:32pm on February 26, 2019☆⚑

Playwright J.e. Franklin's Southern Spirit by American Theatre Editors

The writer best known for 'Black Girl' discusses her long career, ranging from the Civil Rights era to today.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:30pm on February 26, 2019☆⚑

Lawsuit Alleges Pattern of Racial Bias at San Francisco's ACT by American Theatre Editors

Last week Stephen Buescher, a former instructor and choreographer, filed a detailed complaint against the theatre and school.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:02pm on February 25, 2019☆⚑

L.A.'s Samuel French Bookshop to Close by American Theatre Editors

The bookstore on Sunset Blvd. will close its doors at the end of March.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:36am on February 25, 2019☆⚑

Isabelle Huppert, a Person Onstage by American Theatre Editors

Known for her roles as knotty, contradictory women, the French icon plunges into her first American production with 'The Mother' at the Atlantic.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 9:00am on February 25, 2019☆⚑

Court Theatre Announces 2019-20 Season by American Theatre Editors

The lineup includes ancient Greek theatre, Wilson and Ibsen classics, and a 'whodunit' murder mystery.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 5:44pm on February 22, 2019☆⚑

Lantern Theater Company Announces 2019-20 Season by American Theatre Editors

The lineup includes a fresh mix of classics, contemporary productions, a world premiere adaptation, and a beloved christmas standard.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 2:31pm on February 22, 2019☆⚑

Geffen Playhouse Announces Starry 2019-20 Season by American Theatre Editors

The lineup includes two world premieres, a Shakespeare classic, and contemporary plays featuring well-loved celebrities.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 1:59pm on February 22, 2019☆⚑

Landing Theatre Company Announces 2019 New American Voices Awards by American Theatre Editors

The annual contest showcases their picks for current top works by American playwrights.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 1:54pm on February 22, 2019☆⚑

MacDowell Colony Names Philip Himberg Executive Director by American Theatre Editors

The artistic director of Sundance Institute's Theatre Program will take over leadership of the New Hampshire colony this summer.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 1:42pm on February 22, 2019☆⚑

Actors Theatre of Louisville Announces 2019-20 Season by American Theatre Editors

The lineup will include annual holiday traditions, the Humana Festival, and works by Idris Goodwin and Sarah DeLappe.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:08pm on February 22, 2019☆⚑

Second Chances for a Sex Offender? by American Theatre Editors

Cyrano's Theatre, and Anchorage's small theatre community, respond to a thorny casting controversy.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:43am on February 22, 2019☆⚑