All the Lonely People
We say theatre can be healing, but what if that were literally true?
All posts by Sarah Ruhl
Nicole Watson Wants Playwrights’ Center to Be a Lighthouse
In her early days as the org’s producing artistic director, she discusses process and the state of new-play development in American theatre.
Bramble Theatre Company’s Lofty Ambitions
Putting down roots in Chicago’s Andersonville neighborhood, the Bramble Arts Loft is both a home for the theatre company and a community-centered rental space.
Ten Thousand Things Artistic Director Marcela Lorca to Step Down
Set to depart at the end of 2024 after six years at the helm, Lorca discusses her people-centered approach and love for the company.
6 Theatre Workers You Should Know
This Miami-focused roundup includes folks focused on developing Latine work, stage management, lighting design, immersive theatre, and more.
Tomorrow’s Tamoras and Titanias: How to Heal the High School Space
High school theatre programs have often been sites of harm, particularly for femme and non-binary kids of color, but some are paving a better path forward.
Jennifer Morrison Realizes a Childhood Dream
The film and television actor talks returning to Chicago, acting training, and tackling Margaret Atwood’s ‘The Penelopiad’ at the Goodman.
Best Damn Book Shop: The Understudy’s New Frontier
Nearing its first birthday, the Chicago bookstore stages a show in its space, by a playwright who’s logged some quality writing at the café.
Plateias Cheias: Report from Brazil
In Rio, Curitiba, and São Paulo, theatre spills into the streets as part of an ongoing effort to expand access and expression across Brazil’s socioeconomic and political divides.
Joe Mazza’s Brave Lens
How one iconic Chicago theatre photographer captures the ‘now’ not only with his camera but with his whole body and soul.
