The Deep Roots and Radical Joy of Antoinette Nwandu’s ‘Pass Over’
A conversation with the playwright about epic theatre, political uplift, and why she doesn’t need “allies.”
Category Archives: People
Theatre’s Silence Breakers
Six people who came forward with stories of harassment at the theatre, and where they are now.
Lea DeLaria, Raging Butch
One of 5 Betties in Jen Silverman’s ‘Collective Rage’ at MCC Theater, she’s also credited as the show’s ‘Butch Consultant’ and its ‘Truck Consultant.’ Of course.
Where Will Jamie Gahlon Take HowlRound?
It may be best known as an online theatre journal, but its new director is committed to the org’s whole range of programming and practice.
Ilana M. Brownstein: Dramaturg’s Dramaturg
Company One’s director of new work questions everything, including herself.
6 Theatre Workers You Should Know
From a theatremaker/filmmaker in Chicago to a New York City casting director, here are some theatre workers to have on your radar.
Maria Manuela Goyanes: Pushing Theatre Forward
Maria Manuela Goyanes will be the new artistic director of D.C.’s Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company.
Rock in a Hard Place: Lauren Yee’s ‘Cambodian Rock Band’
A conversation with the playwright about music, memory, and family.
The Way Idris Goodwin Moves
With works like ‘How We Got On’ and ‘This Is Modern Art,’ his plays are an intoxicating mix of hip-hop and social history.
Tina Landau, World Builder
The ‘SpongeBob’ director has built a career on experimentation, even within traditional forms. Her next assignment: a musical of ‘Dave.’
