Diane Ragsdale: Thought Partner, Thought Leader
An influential funding officer, educator, and thinker, she nurtured, inspired, and gathered countless kindred spirits, in part by taking the trouble to see and understand their work.
Features
Trying On Miss Celie’s Pants
4 performers who’ve sung the role at regional theatres reflect on what they’ve taken away from playing ‘The Color Purple’s resilient protagonist.
When Joshua Logan Came to Omaha
The legendary Broadway and Hollywood director mounted some of his final productions at a Nebraska dinner theatre more than 40 years ago.
Jocelyn Bioh: Specific and Universal
The writer of ‘Jaja’s African Hair Braiding’ talks about her process, her curiosity about characters, and her play’s heartening success.
On the Street Where You Speak
In ‘La Broa” at Trinity Rep, based on oral histories from Rhode Island’s Latiné community, playwright Orlando Hernández is thinking locally and bilingually.
TDF’s Deeksha Gaur: If You Build the Audience, They Will Come
After a career focused on breaking down barriers to access, Gaur is at the helm of an organization uniquely positioned to move that work forward.
Robin Breon (1948-2023)
A dedicated journalist, playwright, and arts administrator, he spent the better part of his career in Toronto.
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.
Mike Nussbaum: The Work, the Truth, and the Hang
The storied Chicago actor is remembered by 2 longtime colleagues.
The Enduring, Encouraging Twinkle in Richard Pilbrow’s Eye
The innovative designer, author, teacher, and producer lived several lives in the theatre, but was always looking ahead for the next possibility.
