Tom Stoppard Made Us All Smarter
A frequent collaborator and friend reflects on the entwined life and work of an era-defining English dramatist, whose brilliance masked a secret sorrow.
All Stories About American Conservatory Theater
Leadership Changes at ACT, La Jolla, Golden Thread, and More
Big changes at California theatres and other comings and goings at the top of U.S. theatre institutions.
Leadership Changes at Actors Theatre, MTC, ATC, Woolly, and More
A roundup of comings and goings at the top of U.S. theatre institutions.
Giles Havergal, the Radical Gentleman From Glasgow
At Citizens Theatre and in countless shows on both sides of the pond, Havergal—who died on Aug. 24 at the age of 87—was a model of theatrical resourcefulness, joy, and persistence.
Jennifer Bielstein Named Managing Director of Alley Theatre
A seasoned regional theatre leader who currently serves as managing director of San Francisco’s ACT, Bielstein is at last taking a leadership role in her home state.
‘Co-Founders’ Scores One for The Town
The creative team behind a new musical at ACT honors their oft-disrespected Oakland home, telling a story about its overlooked tech contributions with a locally brewed hip-hop sound.
This Month in Theatre History
From a famous British mimic’s take on American types to the development of Asian American work the West Coast, the month is packed with noteworthy developments.
If You Rebuild It, Will They Return?
3 years after shutdown, despite some encouraging signs, most U.S. theatres are struggling to get audiences to commit.
Why ACT Dropped the MFA
The legendary training program will continue its conservatory and other training programs, but its 3-year theatre degree has become a COVID casualty.
San Fran Arts Orgs Unite for a Return as #BayAreaArtsTogether
Aimed at building confidence for a safe and healthy return
to in-person performances, exhibits and events, the campaign will remind patrons of the power of the arts to connect, heal, and unify.
