Know a Theatre: 5th Avenue Theatre of Seattle
One of the nation’s most influential musical theatre institutions, now in its 46th year, is on the opposite coast from Broadway.
Category Archives: Features
In ‘Soft Target,’ It’s the Toys’ Story
Emily Kaczmarek’s new play, premiering at Detroit Public Theatre, explores gun violence through the eyes of a young girl and her toys.
Making Arrangements (and Orchestrations) on Broadway
Orchestrator Doug Besterman (‘Death Becomes Her,’ ‘Boop!,’ ‘Smash’) and music director/arranger Marco Paguia (‘Buena Vista Social Club’) compare notes.
All About My Mother: The Parent Trap of ‘Rheology’
Shayok Misha Chowdhury’s new play at the Bushwick Starr isn’t just about his mother, the physicist Bulbul Chakraborty. She’s also his co-star.
People to Watch: Lolita Chakrabarti
The British playwright is all over U.S. stages this spring, with her adaptation of ‘Life of Pi’ on tour and a city-specific rewrite of her play ‘Hymn’ at Chicago Shakespeare Theater.
She Built Herself a Home
Ahead of concerts at Steppenwolf and Ravinia, Kelli O’Hara reflects on her journey, artistry and breath work, and the “service” of performing.
How William Finn Spelled Family
An original collaborator on ‘The 25th Annual Spelling Bee’ recalls its intense creation and the generous spirits that blessed it.
William Finn Knew What He Liked, and Made Plenty to Love
The brilliant composer/lyricist is remembered by a Tony-winning collaborator for his unique, unpredictable taste and his fierce but unassuming craft.
Producing the Producers of Tomorrow
A tuition-free program started by Theatre Producers of Colors is mentoring a new generation of theatremakers.
In New York City, a ‘New Story’ for Irish Playwrights
Scéal Nua regularly gathers writers with varied relationships to a common heritage to develop their work in a culturally responsive setting.
