NYC Announces New Diversity Grant Program for Theatres by American Theatre Editors

The City will award up to $2 million in grants to theatre organizations wanting to increase the diversity of their administrative or creative staff.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:12pm on March 17, 2016☆⚑

David Lindsay-Abaire Named Co-Director of Juilliard's Playwrights Program by American Theatre Editors

The Pulitzer-winning playwright will join Marsha Norman as co-director of the Lila Acheson Wallace American Playwrights Program, succeeding Christopher Durang in the position.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:58am on March 17, 2016☆⚑

Goodman Theatre Sets New and Classic Works for 2016"17 Season by American Theatre Editors

Robert Falls's 30th season as artistic director will include a 'Wonderful Town' directed by Mary Zimmerman, and world premieres from Andrew Hinderaker, Charles Smith, and Dael Orlandersmith.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 4:07pm on March 16, 2016☆⚑

In Uganda, Using the Arts to Heal by American Theatre Editors

A group of American artists travel to a nation affected by war, to help Ugandans tell their stories using music, dance, and drama.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 1:13pm on March 16, 2016☆⚑

For Michael John LaChiusa, When It Rains It Pours by American Theatre Editors

With 'Rain' and 'First Daughter Suite,' the composer/lyricist returns to signature themes in typically uncharted ways.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:14am on March 16, 2016☆⚑

All His Daughters: Arthur Miller's Strong, Truth-Telling Women by American Theatre Editors

He may be known for writing about fathers and sons, but his women often get the last word.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:10am on March 16, 2016☆⚑

SpeakEasy Stage Announces Regional Premieres for 2016"17 Season by American Theatre Editors

The season's shows explore faith, family, and finding purpose.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 5:08pm on March 15, 2016☆⚑

Ensemble Theatre Company Names Jill Seltzer Managing Director by American Theatre Editors

Seltzer will work in partnership with ETC's executive artistic director.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 5:00pm on March 15, 2016☆⚑

PCPA Announces Jennifer Schwartz as New Managing Director by American Theatre Editors

Schwartz brings her experience at nonprofit arts organizations to the California theatre.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 2:04pm on March 15, 2016☆⚑

ATCA Names Six Finalists for the Steinberg/ATCA Award by American Theatre Editors

Steven Dietz, Samuel D. Hunter, Jen Silverman, Jonathan Norton, Lynn Nottage, and Qui Nguyen are this year's finalists.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 1:56pm on March 15, 2016☆⚑

Asolo Rep Slates Politically Focused 2016"17 Season by American Theatre Editors

The season will include works by Kristoffer Diaz, Lillian Hellman, Robert Schenkkan, and more.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 1:50pm on March 15, 2016☆⚑

Olney Theatre 2016"17 Season to Include 17 Shows by American Theatre Editors

The slate includes world premieres from Andrew Hinderaker and Meg Miroshnik and an all-female 'Topdog/Underdog.'

SOURCE: American Theatre at 1:36pm on March 15, 2016☆⚑

A Leg Up: Disability as an Advantage in 'The Matchmaker' by American Theatre Editors

The Goodman Theatre's diversity and inclusion efforts, thankfully for me and others, include disability.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:52am on March 15, 2016☆⚑

The Roundabout Empire Wasn't Built in a Day by American Theatre Editors

How did a modest Off-Broadway company became America's biggest nonprofit theatre? Having Todd Haimes at the helm probably didn't hurt.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 5:17pm on March 14, 2016☆⚑

Penguin Rep Theatre Tackles Hot-Button Issues With 2016 Season by American Theatre Editors

The season will focus on same-sex marriage, disability, and immigration.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 3:33pm on March 14, 2016☆⚑

Marin Theatre Company Announces New Play Awards by American Theatre Editors

Playwrights Rachel Bonds and Nick Gandiello are lauded for their new work.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 1:52pm on March 14, 2016☆⚑

Onstage This Week: March 14"20 by American Theatre Editors

From Thornton Wilder to David Mamet, from Salt Lake City to Jupiter, Fla., it's an exciting week for theatre.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 1:41pm on March 14, 2016☆⚑

Shakeup Aims to Put Karamu House in Order by American Theatre Editors

The African-American theatre cut programs and staff to restructure the company and reshape its focus.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 1:40pm on March 14, 2016☆⚑

Berkeley Rep Sets 2016 Ground Floor Summer Residencies by American Theatre Editors

Eighteen projects will be developed at the theatre this summer.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 1:36pm on March 14, 2016☆⚑

East West Players Launches Musical Theatre Initiative by American Theatre Editors

The theatre is seeking submissions from Asian-American writers.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 4:08pm on March 11, 2016☆⚑

Kennedy Center Theatre for Young Audiences Sets Family-Friendly 2016"17 Season by American Theatre Editors

Literary adaptations, classical music concerts, and puppetry will take the stage this season.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 3:21pm on March 11, 2016☆⚑

Salt Lake City Acting Company Playwrights' Lab Promotes Playtime by American Theatre Editors

The new-play development program gives writers the freedom to explore, with the help of multidisciplinary artists.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:57pm on March 11, 2016☆⚑

Yale Rep Announces Politically Charged 2016"17 Season by American Theatre Editors

The lineup will feature work by August Wilson, Sarah Ruhl, Amy Herzog, and more.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:39pm on March 11, 2016☆⚑

New Repertory Theatre Announces 2016"17 Season of Dramas by American Theatre Editors

The season will feature work by Brecht, Richard Nelson, William Gibson, Lydia R. Diamond, and George Stevens, Jr.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:14am on March 11, 2016☆⚑

Roundabout Teams With Columbia to Train Students by American Theatre Editors

Columbia@Roundabout will provide training opportunities for the college's MFA students.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 5:40pm on March 10, 2016☆⚑