Anna Skidis Vargas Is New Artistic Director of Mary Moody Northen Theatre
A director and performer with extensive previous experience at the theatre at St. Edward’s University in Austin, she will take the reins from interim AD Robert Tolaro.
Yearly Archives: 2022
Will Gov. Gavin Newsom Sign Senate Bill 1116?
California’s latest attempt to save its smaller theatres, which have been severely strained by a new labor law and COVID impacts, has the crucial backing of Equity.
Offscript: Molly Smith and the Next Revolution
On this episode we talk to the outgoing (in all senses) artistic director of Washington, D.C.’s Arena Stage as she enters her 25th and final season.
This Month in Theatre History
September sees the beginnings of theatre in the U.S., the openings of major theatres on opposite coasts, a starry ‘Godspell’ reunion, and the start of a Chicago festival of Latino theatre.
Five Playwrights Receive 2022 Helen Merrill Awards
Sponsored by the New York Community Trust, five playwrights will be awarded a $30,000 cash prize.
Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Announces Dual Leadership Team
Casey William Gallagher and Jason King Jones will navigate the festival’s future.
Bud Martin Retires as Artistic and Executive Director of Delaware Theatre Company
After four years serving as managing director, Matt Silva will succeed Martin as the theatre’s new executive and artistic director.
Criss Henderson to Step Down as Chicago Shakespeare’s Executive Director
After 33 years working alongside founding A.D. Barbara Gaines, Henderson will step down to pursue new creative endeavors.
ZACH Theatre Selects Jamie Herlich Mclalwain as New Managing Director
The former director of development and chief advancement officer of Seattle Repertory Theatre will guide the next phase in ZACH’s development.
John Beasley Is Ready for the Role of a Lifetime
Broadway-bound for the first time at 79, working actor Beasley feels that his role in ‘The Notebook’ came along at just the right time.
