Three on the Aisle: Is There an Alternative to the Tonys?
On this episode, the critics grapple with the flaws of the Tony Awards and offer some possible fixes—and their alternative awards.
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American Theatre‘s podcasts feature timely and timeless conversations and interviews in and about the theatre field.
Offscript
This occasional podcast features the editors of American Theatre in conversation with each other and with special guests.
The Subtext
A podcast where playwrights talk to playwrights about the things usually left unsaid: what irks, agitates, motivates, inspires, and makes writers tick. Brian James Polak hosts. Guests have included David Adjmi, Antoinette Nwandu, Jen Silverman, Will Arbery, Korde Arrington Tuttle, Clare Barron, Chisa Hutchinson, Rebecca Gilman, Isaac Gomez, Ike Holter, and many more.
Offscript: Stage Migrations
Blanka Zizka, Carmen Rivera, Ed Sylvanus Iskandar, Maria Manuela Goyanes, and Ngozi Anyanwu discuss the immigrant and first-generation American experience in theatre.
Three on the Aisle: Problematic Shows and Those Who Love/Hate Them
On this episode, the critics take on a hot topic and chat with guest Jack Cummings III, artistic director of the Transport Group company.
The Subtext: Carlos Murillo
A chat with the playwright and professor about his career in New York, Minneapolis, and Chicago.
Three on the Aisle: And Then There Were Two
On this podcast, Peter Marks steps out and Lynn Nottage steps in. How is she as a theatre critic? Find out!
Three on the Aisle: You’ve Got Questions? We Have Answers!
On this episode, the critics ponder whether some shows are too dated to revive, reach into the mail bag, and tell you which (non-NYC) theatres are worth a visit this summer.
The Subtext: Leah Nanako Winkler and Mark Schultz
This month’s episode is super-long because Brian James Polak traveled to the Humana Festival and spoke to two playwrights that were getting world premieres there.
Three on the Aisle: April Madness!
On this episode, there’s so many great shows and so little time to talk about them! The critics discuss “Three Tall Women” and “Angels in America” on Broadway, plus composer Erin McKeown stopped by.
Three on the Aisle: Go Small or Go Home?
On this podcast, the critics discuss “small-show syndrome”—is programming two-handers and one-set living-room dramas a way for producers to save money, or can it be an inspiring challenge for playwrights?
Three on the Aisle, Or Is It Four?
This week, the Chicago Tribune’s Chris Jones joins the three critics to talk about ‘Hamilton’ on tour. Plus, ‘Angels in America,’ a history play or newly relevant?
