6 Theatre Workers You Should Know
From flash mobs to Excel spreadsheets, from velvet pipes to meticulous props, this month’s stage folks make it happen.
Study Finds Lower Funding for Latino and African-American Theatres
According to University of Maryland’s ‘Diversity in the Arts’ study, mainstream theatres report higher revenue and expenses than theatres of color.
Dana Zell Named Managing Director at Children’s Musical Theater
The current director of strategy for the theatre will move into the position in 2016.
Onstage This Week: Dec. 7–14
It is an eclectic week with adventures to Oz, marriage plots, and pantos on stages across the country.
L.A. Lawsuit Against Equity Over Changes to 99-Seat Plan Withdrawn as Talks Continue
The June 1 deadline for Equity’s changes to the plan will be pushed back as long as talks continue.
Ars Nova Sets 2016 Season
The Off-Broadway space will host the world premiere of Sky-Pony’s new musical, plus a new play from Jennifer Kidwell and Scott Sheppard.
Headlands Announces 2016 Artist-in-Residence Recipients
The Bay Area company will host artists from around the world.
Offscript: Cheryl L. West’s Spelling Lesson
This week’s guest is playwright Cheryl L. West, who discusses her newest play, “Akeelah and the Bee” at Arena Stage, and on writing for children and for the black experience. Plus, the editors discuss Ivo van Hove and “The Wiz Live!”
The Buzz: 5 Theatre Artists Dish on What’s Coming Up
From a Thanksgiving comedy, to exciting new hires, to ‘Scrooge in Love!’, five theatre artists preview what they’re working on, and what they’re looking forward to.
Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival Sets 2016 Season
The company’s 30th season will contain a Shakespeare trio, plus a Public Works-style production of ‘Our Town.’
