Hope Collides With Change in ‘Mother Russia’
As in ‘Cambodian Rock Band’ and ‘The Great Leap,’ Lauren Yee’s new play at Seattle Rep mashes up communism and pop culture, in a mix that resonates beyond its historic setting.
All Stories About Russia
Holding the Mirror Up to Russia
A spate of new productions and adaptations explore the geopolitical and theatrical legacies of an empire in decline.
Offscript: Beyond Shakespeare With Michael Kahn
On this week’s podcast, we welcome Michael Kahn, who will soon retire from Shakespeare Theatre Company in Washington, D.C. He talks about his career highlights. Then the editors discuss Russian theatre and potential Pulitzer nominations.
Jazz Hands in Moscow
Russians, who’ve begun to develop a taste for American-style musicals, recently downed a shot of Broadway.
Summer Theatre Festivals Around the World
Whether you’re traveling across the pond or across the street this summer, make sure you check out our annual listing of more than 200 theatre festivals worldwide.
After the Anger
Contemporary Russian theatre reflects a divisive political moment with rage, irony and low-fuss experimentation.
