This Month in Theatre History
August highlights include a ban on plays, a tour interrupted, and a fight against the end of the world.
All posts by The Oscar G. Brockett Center for Theatre History and Criticism
People to Watch: Phanésia Pharel
The Haitian American playwright reflects on female empowerment and her wishes for change in the industry as her play ‘Dead Girl’s Quinceañera’ makes the rounds this fall.
Puppet Confidence in Creede Rep’s ‘Eureka’
CRT’s latest KID Show, with the help of Dragoncillo puppetry troupe, aims to help students come out of their shells.
Writing With Our Ancestors
A ceremony from the writing room, and how to keep it at your own desk.
This Month in Theatre History
July highlights include one of the country’s earliest professional theatre troupes, an Atlanta world premiere, a radical performance at Caffe Cino, and a profound perspective on slavery.
Tonys, Eliot Norton Awards, June Anne Baker Prize, and More
A roundup of prizes, fellowships, and other recognitions.
‘Black Swan’ Brings the Music and the Mirror
A new musical from Jen Silverman and Dave Malloy seeks to bring the Oscar-nominated ballet thriller to the stage.
Farm Theater, Stage Partners Announce Publishing Alliance
Beginning this year, Stage Partners will be the exclusive publisher of the Farm Theater’s College Collaboration Project, expanding access to plays written for early-career artists.
Leadership Changes at Renaissance Theaterworks, Old Globe, and More
A roundup of comings and goings at the top of U.S. theatre institutions.
Tianyu Lei, Viktoriia Shlenova Receive 2026 Willa Kim Scholarships
The scholarship, administered by Theatre Communications Group, supports early-career costume designers through professional development.
