Who Gets Most Arts Money? Still Large, White Organizations
A study from Helicon Collaborative shows that 58 percent of arts funding goes to 2 percent of big-budget arts organizations—and it’s a trend that’s worsened.
All Stories About Mu Performing Arts
Theatres as Town Halls, With Politics (Occasionally) on the Agenda
From public discussions to “empathy nights” to grass-roots activism, theatres across the country are responding to the current moment with resources at hand.
Building a Better ‘Mikado,’ Minus the Yellowface
With the help of Asian-American advisors, Lamplighters Music Theatre is radically recovering the Gilbert & Sullivan classic.
Park Square Theatre Announces 2016–17 Season
The Minnesota theatre will present three world premieres, alongside some contemporary classics.
From Orientalism to Authenticity: Broadway’s Yellow Fever
American musicals have often returned to Asian themes and settings—as theatrical tourists. ‘Allegiance’ starts closer to home.
Turnovers at the Top: Change the Twin Cities Can Believe In?
Leadership transitions at Mu Performing Arts, Penumbra Theatre, and the Guthrie Theater raise questions as well as expectations for the future.
Artists of Color Stand Up Against Discrimination in the Field
Diep Tran talks to theatre artists of color strategizing for access and representation
Awards for December 2013
Annie Baker and Rajiv Joseph win the Steinberg Distinguished Playwright Award, Amy E. Hughes receives the Barnard Hewitt Award for theatre research, and a round-up of more prizes and awards from our December 2013 issue.
