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.
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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.
Big Feelings and Big Musicals in Seoul
A recent visit to Korea demonstrated that musical theatre can offer emotional and visual journeys beyond language, though not every choice translates well.
Intimate But Global: Mark Russell on the Return of Under the Radar
The festival’s leader accounts for what has been lost and gained from the “divorce” from the Public Theater, and what this year’s multi-venue iteration has in store.
From Chicago: Quotes for the New Year
As we wrap up the year, we look back at some memorable moments, celebrate the Joffrey Ballet’s costume crew, and hear from artists J.G. Smith and Drew Dir.
