Hank Stratton to Lead Nebraska Rep and Carson School
Currently the head of acting/musical theatre at the University of Arizona and AD of the Arizona Repertory Theatre, he will succeed Christina Kirk in Nebraska in August.
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Playwright ruth tang Receives Breaking the Binary Commission
The commission aims to support the creation of full-length works by trans, nonbinary, and two-spirit (TNB2S+) theatre artists, and comes with a $10,000 grant to develop new work with the company.
AriDy Nox, a.k. payne Named Van Lier New Voices Fellows
The fellowship comes with a $35,000 living stipend, a $5,000 artistic fund, mentorship with a chosen mentor playwright, workshops, readings, and more.
A Tale of Two Festes
2 trans actors discuss what they’ve found in the role of ‘Twelfth Night’s sad clown, in productions at St. Louis Shakespeare Festival and the Old Globe.
Theatrical Mustang: Sav Souza’s Unbridled and Harnessed Creativity
This month Woodzick talks to the queer and trans performer about reviving ‘1776,’ developing a non-binary rom-com musical, and honoring their trans experience onstage.
Maestra Music, Miranda Family Fund Launch RISE Network and Directory
With a personnel directory and other initiatives, RISE aims to increase the employment of women, people of color, and others from underrepresented backgrounds.
Triad Stage Closes Its Doors
The theatre’s liquidation plan comes after attempts to recover from a leadership scandal, financial stress, staff shortages, and diminished audiences.
Antonisia Collins, Keegan Robinson Named CTC Performance Apprentices
Performance apprentices gain experience onstage while participating in educational workshops and engaging with other departments to foster their professional development.
Stage Managers’ Association Names 2023 Awardees
This year’s honorees include John M. Atherlay, Gwen Gilliam, Brett Finley, Elynmarie Kazle, Robert J. Bruyr, and Broadway & Beyond: Access for Stage Managers of Color.
Marcus Gardley Named Playwriting Co-Chair at Geffen School of Drama
The poet, playwright, and screenwriter will succeed Tarell Alvin McCraney in the position, leading the program alongside co-chair Anne Erbe.
