Done With Racism and Sexism, These Black Women Are Doing It for Themselves
After experiencing bias and harassment at predominantly white institutions, 4 leaders founded their own companies to advocate for Black artists.
Stories by Kelundra Smith
Asians Under Attack: A Theatremakers’ Round Table
7 Asian American theatre leaders reflect on the rise in both hate crimes and open racism, how they’ve responded, and the support they would like to see.
Four Podcasts That Make a Play for Your Ears
Staging original works as audio dramas isn’t just a pandemic workaround; it’s also back-to-the-future turn to a resonant form.
If a Theatre Company Does It, Is It Theatre?
Beyond Zoom readings, companies are finding new forms and collaborators, and reaching audiences far beyond any they could serve in person.
After Years of Talk, Finally Some Money for Black Artists and Theatres
Efforts like the Black Seed, the Drinking Gourd, Next Wave initiative, and the Sprinkle-Hamlin award are directing funding to develop work by Black artists.
Tom Key: A Spiritual Connection
After 25 years at the helm of Atlanta’s Theatrical Outfit, Key is ready for his next act.
Ruben Santiago-Hudson Takes ‘Jitney’ on the Road
Why a master interpreter of August Wilson thinks it’s the right time to revisit but his 360-degree vision of Blackness.
How to Solve Design’s Diversity Problem
Backstage jobs are still predominantly filled by white men, but the picture is slowly changing thanks to artists’ activism.
Kenny Leon: Classics in Color
The Tony-winning director looks back on his leadership at True Colors, what’s next for him, and why he loves the Atlanta theatre scene.
Black Theatres in the U.S.: Building, Surviving, Thriving
The nation’s African American theatres are as various as the experiences and regions they represent, though they share some common goals and hurdles.
