ICONS 2: Raymundo ‘Ray’ Barretto Pagán
This episode features a monologue by Nelson Diaz-Marcano, performed by Hiram Delgado, imagining an interview with the great Puerto Rican percussionist and bandleader.
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The Subtext: Katie Ka Vang Has Lived a Thousand Lives
This month Brian talks to the Minnesota playwright about her Hmong American roots, having cancer in graduate school, and learning to live in the moment.
Theatre Awards Roundup: WaterWorks, Lift Every Voice, and More
A roundup of prizes, fellowships, and other recognitions.
Theatre Awards Roundup: USA Fellows, Kleban Prizes, Bauer Boucher Awards
A roundup of prizes, fellowships, and other recognitions.
Offscript: Justin Peck and Jackie Sibblies Drury Feel the ‘Illinoise’
On this episode, the playwright and director-choreographer team discuss their new ‘Illinoise’ musical, and New Yorker critic Helen Shaw surveys the theatre festival lineup.
Giselle Byrd Named Executive Director of The Theater Offensive
Byrd will become the first Black trans woman to lead a regional theatre company in the United States.
This Month in Theatre History
January looks back on the first female theatre manager, a new-play producer, a groundbreaking Black theatre artist, peak Broadway, and more.
Broadway League, SDC Secure Coverage for Associates
Effective this month, the new agreement provides associate directors and choreographers with union protections, among other terms.
The Subtext: Eric Simonson Is Still Hustling
This month Brian talks to the writer and director about his Midwestern roots, his writing journey, and his artistic collaborations.
Theatrical Mustang: Rodney Hicks, a.k.a. Baby Spike Lee
On this episode, Woodzick talks to theatremaker Rodney Hicks, who will direct ‘Passing Strange’ at Portland Playhouse this Spring.
