Reggie D. White on Taking the Reins of Woolly Mammoth
The D.C. theatre’s incoming artistic director reflects on his path to leadership, the importance of risk-taking, and possibilities for brave new theatre.
All Stories About Howard Shalwitz
War Pivots and a Pinch of Snuff: Kontakt Highs in Poland
As seen at a recent festival, theatre from Ukraine, Latvia, Germany, and Poland can’t help but be shadowed by war and retrenchment in Eastern Europe, though there is still joy and art to fight for as well.
Artistic Directors: Let’s Do Better
Four theatre leaders give ‘vision statements’ in response to the question: How does the role of artistic director need to change in the 21st century?
Howard Shalwitz to Leave Woolly Mammoth
The artistic director of the D.C. theatre will leave the institution he cofounded at the end of the 2017-18 season.
‘Zombie: The American’ Occupies the White House
Robert O’Hara’s new play for Woolly Mammoth mixes Jacobean drama with political satire and the zombie apocalypse to make a statement about the undead way we live now.
Woolly Mammoth Gives Audiences 'Appetizers' of Its Season
Taking a page from the ensemble-devising book, Woolly Mammoth’s new series of workshops incorporates audience input into the play development process.
September 2014 In Theatre News
A brief look at theatre news across the country for the month of September.
