This Month in Theatre History
November highlights include the opening of the first purpose-built theatre in the colonies, the birth of the creator of theatre games, and the premiere of an army camp murder mystery.
‘Slam Frank’s Not-So-Secret Weapon: Multi- and Meta-Talented Olivia Bernábe
At the center of an Off-Broadway musical that is both exciting and dividing audiences, their performance crucially blends impishness and sincerity.
Black Theatre’s Constitution and Revival
Seven years after our issue on the state of Black theatre, old and new issues arise.
Trans History Project Announces Second Cohort
Ty Defoe, Justice Jamal Jones, Youri Kim, Nico Pang, and K.T. Peterson will continue the Trans History Project’s mission of centering TGNC histories, experiences, and perspectives.
Public Theater, Old Globe Announce Bicoastal BIPOC Critics Lab
This season marks the first-ever bi-coastal expansion of the acclaimed program for BIPOC critics run by Jose Solís.
Home-Brewed Indianapolis Theatre Served at ‘Meridian Cafe’
American Lives Theatre commissioned acclaimed playwright Lucy Thurber to write a new play capturing the everyday weirdness of the nation’s 16th largest city.
What Else Is New: Spiders and Reindeer and Morbs, Oh My!
A roundup of new plays and musicals across the U.S. between Nov. 1 and 30.
Lincoln Center Theater Announces New Composer Series
The new composer series will support emerging musical theatre writers in developing new work.
People to Watch: Sammi Cannold
The in-demand director chats about her upcoming musicals in Southern California, what theatre can learn from Olympic ceremonies, and the wild art that captivates her.
The Future of Theatre Is Young
The executive director of TYA/USA makes the case for building the audiences of tomorrow by serving them and their needs today.
