Featured Contributors, Feb. 2019
A deep dive into theatre in prison, and a study of William Kentridge’s latest opus.
Category Archives: February 2019
An actor waits for his entrance during a rehearsal of “Macbeth” at Solano State Prison in 2015, as part of a program sponsored by Marin Shakespeare Company. (Photo by Peter Merts)[/caption]
Larissa FastHorse’s ‘The Thanksgiving Play’: It’s Okay to Laugh
With her satire of performative wokeness, the Native American writer strives to subtly rewire audiences’ default responses.
Marissa Wolf: Close Listener
Returning to the West Coast, the new-work-focused director takes on Portland and its possibilities.
How Art Creates Community
A deep dive into experimental theatre demonstrated fresh ways to build connections among artists and audiences.
6 Theatre Workers You Should Know
From a community arts organizer in Rhode Island to a literary manager in Texas, from a theatre architect in Illinois to a Wisconsin actor, here are some theatre workers to have on your radar.
This Month in Theatre History
From the birth of actor Phyllis Frelich to the opening of Vancouver’s Arts Club Theatre Company and premieres by Albee and Nottage, February has been a significant month for theatre.
The Inexhaustible Leigh Silverman
The trailblazing director takes tension and turns it into art.
Eddie George Brings His ‘A’ Game to the Stage
The former NFL player’s latest stage venture is ‘Topdog/Underdog’ at Nashville Repertory Theatre.
Thinking Out of the Box
Arts and theatre programs won’t fix our nation’s incarceration problem, but they can do concrete and demonstrable good.
A Role for Theatre in Criminal Justice?
Formerly incarcerated individuals and corrections officials make a strong case.
