Category Archives: February 2012

Heated Dialogue, Onstage and Off, at Theater J

As the leader of D.C.’s Jewish theatre, Ari Roth works to keep the dialogue going, even—or especially—when it’s contentious.

In the aftermath of its founder’s killing, Palestine’s Freedom Theater is re-introducing itself to the world.

Even though economic and political systems differ, many of the challenges faced by theatre artists are shared worldwide.

A profile of Theater J’s conversation-starting artistic director, and a survey of 3 new books about musical theatre.

What happens when mobile devices get in on the act?

A tribute to the Czech playwright, dissident, and unlikely president.

Follow the thread: This issue highlights the global struggles and aspirations of women in the midst war and repression.

Musicals rocked our world even before there was rock-and-roll. Three new books show how the torch of innovation has been passed.

As global citizens, we must respect cultural diversity at the same time that we celebrate universality.

‘Houdini’ reappears in Chicago, a climate change musical in Missouri, ‘Carrie’ minus camp, a Grotowski-inspired fairy tale, and more.