Public Theater to Host 2023 BIPOC Critics Lab
Applications for the cohort are now open and will be accepted through April 30.
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Will Davis Named Rattlestick Artistic Director
When the busy director succeeds Daniella Topol in the position as of May 1, he will be the first transgender leader of a major non-LGBTQ-specific theatre.
Florida Studio Theatre Announces Partnership with The Haven
The new program will expand performing arts opportunities for people with disabilities.
Actors’ Equity Hiring Bias Report Shows Small Gains
An analysis of data from 2021 shows a slight increase in jobs for BIPOC and non-binary union members, as well as wage gaps for older workers.
New Ohio Theatre to Close This Summer
After 30 years of artistry in the downtown independent theatre community, New Ohio will conclude operations at 154 Christopher Street on Aug. 31.
Broadway Guilds Condemn Antisemitic ‘Parade’ Protesters
The first preview of the acclaimed musical, about the lynching of a falsely accused Jewish American, was picketed by neo-Nazis.
Lanise Antoine Shelley Named Black Theatre Coalition AMEX Directing Fellow
Shelley was formerly the artistic director of the House Theatre of Chicago.
TCG Announces New Board Trustees and Structure
New trustees include Jennifer Bielstein, Qween Jean, and Clint Ramos.
Benjamin Hanna Named Indiana Rep Artistic Director
Currently an associate artistic director at the theatre, he will succeed Janet Allen as of July 1.
Shange, Henderson, A.R.T./NY to Receive Special Category Lortel Awards
Stephen McKinley Henderson will receive a Lifetime Achievement Award, Ntozake Shange will be posthumously inducted onto the Playwright’s Sidewalk, and A.R.T./New York will be recognized for its Body of Work.
