A Very Austen Christmas With ‘Miss Bennet’
Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon’s new play, a sort of ‘Pride and Prejudice’ sequel, makes a bid for the holiday canon.
Stories by Allison Considine
Allison Considine is the senior editor of American Theatre. She studied literature and cultural studies and theatre arts at Pace University. Follow her on instagram @allyooper and read more of her work at allisonconsidine.com
Theatres With Benefits
National Stages creates a cross-subscription program for audiences on the move.
Kate Hamill: From Stage to Page and Back Again
The actor/writer’s works, many adapted from Jane Austen, are full of empowered ladies, sometimes played by her.
On the Road Again
Mainspring Arts Cooperative plays matchmaker for ambitious new theatre pieces and content-hungry venues around the U.S.
Know a Theatre: The Imaginists of Santa Rosa, Calif.
From a slaughterhouse floor to a bicycle caravan, this California theatre collective brings hard-hitting issues to audiences.
Where Are the Women? Parity Productions Is Keeping a List
The New York City company spotlights—and helps sell tickets for—shows that meet or surpass gender parity.
Extra Sensory: Crafting Autism-Friendly Performances
How Children’s Theatre of Charlotte drew on the field’s best practices to create sensory-friendly offerings.
‘Detroit ’67’ Takes a Commemorative Lap Around Its Setting
Dominique Morisseau’s play about the 1967 riots gets a multi-month tour courtesy of Detroit Public Theatre.
Houston Theatres Survey the Damage
Downtown theatres take the worst of Harvey’s downpour, but the citywide impact runs deeper than flood water.
Houston’s 4th Wall Theatre Comes Tumbling Down
After seven seasons of adventurous work and equitable wages, the company will close on a high note in December.
