How George Faison Orders His Steps
In a free-ranging retrospective interview, the Tony-winning choreographer of ‘The Wiz’ talks about his influences, his work with pop stars, his time with Alvin Ailey, and the love of his life.
Jordan E. Cooper’s ‘Ain’t No Mo’’ Lands on Broadway After Regional Layover
What began as a dark thought experiment—what if Black folks just left America and its racist violence behind?—has grown into a scathing satire that speaks to something deep inside audiences.
Sarah Slight Named Raven Theatre’s Interim Artistic Director
Starting Dec. 1, Slight will temporarily replace Cody Estle, who is leaving Raven to serve as artistic director of Next Act Theatre in Milwaukee.
Michel Hausmann and New Miami Drama Receive Thornton Wilder Prize
Next week’s awards ceremony will feature a conversation among Hausmann, playwright Sarah Ruhl, and the author’s nephew, Tappan Wilder.
Lesley Hunter Named HERE’s First Managing Director
In the newly created position, Hunter succeeds the company’s former producing director and director of external affairs.
Staying Power: 9 Theatre/TV/Film Artists on What Keeps Them Going
Staying to true to your gut, making the work no one is hiring you to do, finding a community that gets you, taking mental health breaks—these are just some of the tips these creative folks are happy to share.
Itamar Moses Receives 2022 Trish Vrandenburg New Jewish Play Prize
Moses will be awarded $15,000 and a reading of his play ‘The Ally’ at Theater J’s annual benefit next week.
Goodman Theatre Announces 18th New Stages Festival
The festival will feature work from playwrights Donja R. Love, Charlie Oh, Omer Abbas Salem, Gina Femia, Nancy García Loza, and Jeffrey Lieber.
The Tank Opens Affordable New NYC Rehearsal Space
The expansion includes five spaces on the sixth floor of the Tank’s current Midtown Manhattan location.
How Jack O’Brien Learned to Direct: Watching, Doing, and Living to Tell
In a new memoir, the longtime Old Globe leader and frequent Broadway helmer considers an eventful career and offers tips he picked up the hard way.
