Shakespeare Theatre Names Simon Godwin Its New Artistic Director
The young British director, currently an associate at London’s National Theatre, will succeed Michael Kahn at D.C.’s classical mainstay.
The young British director, currently an associate at London’s National Theatre, will succeed Michael Kahn at D.C.’s classical mainstay.
Replacing Chris Coleman, she’ll join managing director Cynthia Fuhrman as a co-leader starting Sept. 15.
The acclaimed director will take the helm of the summer musical-theatre revival series, which she co-led this past year.
Midgett will join the Alaska company’s leadership team this fall.
Cofield will play a key role in furthering refining and implementing CTH’s artistic vision through his new position.
Ybarra will start her transition from the Public Theater to Center Stage in October.
Executive director Kim Whitener will step down, and Meredith Lynsey Schade and Brenna Thomas will be promoted.
Founding artistic director Chanda Hall and executive director Diane Englert will leave the company, and Paul Angelo and Paige Rogers will begin on Aug. 1.
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The playwright and director will continue to teach classes on a part-time basis.