This Month in Theatre History
May recalls the Astor Place Riot, a vaudeville women’s rights advocate, the Moscow Art Theatre, a pioneer of Asian American drama, a Chicano performance troupe, and a beloved Tesori-Kushner musical.
All posts by The Oscar G. Brockett Center for Theatre History and Criticism
NYTW Exec Director Jeremy Blocker to Depart
He’ll step down this summer after a decade in the position to join Audible Theater as the head of live creative producing.
The Subtext: Jenni Lamb Shops Local
This month Brian talks to the writer and producer about pivoting from teaching, feeling stuck in development hell, and championing local storytellers.
John Langs to Leave Seattle’s ACT to Become Drama Dean at UNCSA
This summer, Langs will succeed Scott Zigler as dean of the School of Drama where he studied directing decades ago.
Voyage Theater Company ‘Say Gay Plays’ Event to Benefit Homeless LGBT Youth
Hosted by Peppermint, the event will feature staged readings of 10 short plays that will then be made available for fundraising use across the nation.
Theatrical Mustang: Islands of Brilliance, Spaces of Belonging
Woodzick talks to the nonprofit leaders about meeting each other through theatre, founding an inclusive organization, and empowering autistic and neurodivergent individuals.
Erica Ezold Named Quintessence Theatre Executive Director
The former People’s Light managing director succeeded Grace Grillet in the position last week.
People to Watch: Ingrid Michaelson and Mark Clayton Southers
Get to know the composer behind Broadway’s ‘The Notebook,’ and the playwright behind the world premiere of ‘The Coffin Maker.’
Jonathan Norton Named Dallas Theater Center Interim Artistic Director
The resident playwright will succeed artistic producer Sarahbeth Grossman and work alongside executive director Kevin Moriarty.
Offscript: Harry Lennix & Ken-Matt Martin Rediscover August Wilson in Chicago
On this Chicago-themed episode, Rob and J.R. talk to the actor-director duo about staging August Wilson’s solo play, ‘How I Learned What I Learned,’ and check in with arts journalist Mike Davis.
