Who Will Critique the Critics?
The New York Times’ new 25-best-plays list shows there are plenty of great plays to argue about. Where are the arguers?
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The New York Times’ new 25-best-plays list shows there are plenty of great plays to argue about. Where are the arguers?
The recently laid off editor of Time Out Chicago reflects on the scene he’s covered and the state of arts journalism.
Five credentialed writers have bucked the trend of arts journalism cutbacks to create a new review website.
Why one reader prefers Philly’s 1812 Productions to ‘SNL,’ and others fear for the future of criticism.
We have so many theatre riches before us. If we don’t engage with them fully and forthrightly, we’re effectively taking them for granted.
We know too well the laments about shrinking critical jobs and authority. But are we looking for the future in all the wrong places?
Three theatre critics of color who are used to being the only one who looks like them on the aisle seat.
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Sure, theatres can find ways to spread the word without critics, but patrons still want—and deserve—disinterested reviews.
The legendary critic and impresario is still writing every day, though he’s largely left the battlefield to other warriors.