Jim Simpson to Leave the Flea Theater
The founder of the Off-Off-Broadway mainstay leaves as the theatre plans a move into a new three-theatre complex.
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Woolly Mammoth Gives Audiences 'Appetizers' of Its Season
Taking a page from the ensemble-devising book, Woolly Mammoth’s new series of workshops incorporates audience input into the play development process.
Barrymores Back in Style, with Inis Nua a Big Winner
Hosting a full awards ceremony for the first time since 2011, Theatre Philadelphia’s local awards shared the love in both competitive and honorary categories.
The Empress in Purple: A Tribute to Marian Seldes
As a gatekeeper to life in the theatre, Marian Seldes was as generous as she was exacting, as embracing as she was regal.
Marissa Wolf Leaves Crowded Fire for New Post at Kansas City Rep
After six seasons at the helm, Wolf leaves the San Francisco-based company having doubled its budget and stepped up its new-play commitments.
Know a Theatre: Jubilee Theatre of Fort Worth
A small North Texas theatre dedicated to African-American voices heads into its 35th year with new leadership and a diverse audience.
There Is No Escape for, or From, Young Jean Lee
The downtown playwright/theatremaker talks about the traps she lays for herself—and for her audiences.
Gamm Theatre Names Oliver Dow Its New Managing Director
The 136-seat theatre in Pawtucket taps an Off-Broadway veteran to replace David M. Wax.
Kurt Beattie To Retire from Helm of Seattle's ACT
After 12 years as artistic director of Seattle’s second biggest LORT theatre, Beattie will hand the reins to director John Langs.
Roald Dahl’s Dark Tales Light Up the Stage
The late British author revolutionized children’s literature with his twisted tales, and they’re flourishing anew onstage. What is it about Dahl’s world that seems to suit our own?
