In Conversation: Tony Kushner and John Lahr Talk Tennessee Williams
Tony Kushner talks with John Lahr about his new biography of Tennessee Williams, and what the playwright’s declining later years say about his art—and about America.
All Stories About Showcase
Rude Mechs’ Excellent Adventure With Ayn Rand
The Austin-based ensemble brings their latest show ‘Stop Hitting Yourself,’ inspired by the provocative novelist, to Lincoln Center Theater.
Ground-Breakers and Musical Makers, From Mamoulian to Harburg to Robbins
Two books celebrate an undersung directorial genius, while two others look at a path-finding lyricist and a seminal show.
Robert Schenkkan Tells LBJ’s History in Rotating Rep
A Texas playwright takes on an iconic Texas politician in ‘All the Way’ and ‘The Great Society,’ and finds a figure of Shakespearean—i.e., tragic—proportions.
Global Spotlight on Greek Mythology and King Kong
A roundup of exciting theatre happenings from Western Europe to the land Down Under.
Greeted With Cuban Hospitality for World Theatre Day
Theatre Communications Group’s Cuba Exploratorium trip visited the Carribean island for World Theatre Day.
Behind the Renaissance Man: A Review of ‘In Two Minds: A Biography of Jonathan Miller’
The book examines Miller’s efforts to pursue a career in theatre and practice medicine.
The Everyday Artistry in Sudan Shines on World Theatre Day
Sudan kicked-off World Theatre Day with cross-cultural performance collaborations.
Art Powered by Collective Wisdom and Crowdsourcing
Theatre companies solicit ideas for ballet productions from audience members and through crowdsourcing.
The 2013 Humana Playwrights Share Their Experiences at the New American Play Festival
Excursions into the human psyche were de rigueur at this year’s Humana.
