The MFA Squeeze: Maintaining Excellence in a Changing Landscape
The pandemic forced educators to reimagine theatre training, and while inflation and dwindling enrollment are adding pressure, some programs are using this moment to innovate.
All Stories About Lisa Portes
TCG Announces New Board Trustees and Structure
New trustees include Jennifer Bielstein, Qween Jean, and Clint Ramos.
SPACE on Ryder Farm Names 2022 Residents
The upstate N.Y. retreat has announced the 2022 participants for its 6 residency programs as well as the recipients of the Bryan Gallace/Posthumous Prodigy Productions Fellowship.
People’s Light Expands Artistic Team
Following Zak Berkman’s transition to producing artistic director, the theatre has brought on an artistic cabinet including Steve H. Broadnax III, Lisa Portes, Mieke D, and Nikko Kimzin.
Theatre Training Programs Have Some Learning to Do
As students call out inequities in theatre training institutions, educators of color can find themselves with additional labor and scarce support.
Nikkole Salter Named TCG Board Chair, Along With New Slate of Officers
The playwright/actress brings an independent artist’s perspective to the board room, where she hopes it can offer the field a ‘bird’s-eye view’ at a crucial time.
Direct From Chicago
A town known for tight acting ensembles and distinctive writers may have another ace in the hole: its directors.
Training Changemakers at TCG’s Higher Education Pre-Conference
The one-day event in Miami brought together educators, administrators, and students to address issues at higher-ed institutions.
We Will Follow
From emerging talents to unsung veterans, our regular Role Call feature shines a light on folks you ought to know.
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?
