Bridget Leak Named Know Theatre of Cincinnati Producing Artistic Director
Leak succeeds Andrew Hungerford, who has stepped away from the theatre after 10 years.
‘The Preacher’s Wife’ Gets Another Amen
Tituss Burgess and Azie Dungey discuss faith, adapting a classic, and loving musical theatre.
The Subtext: Jenni Lamb Shops Local
This month Brian talks to the writer and producer about pivoting from teaching, feeling stuck in development hell, and championing local storytellers.
Making a Musical ‘Prelude to a Kiss’
Craig Lucas’s fanciful, freighted romance returns to the theatre that commissioned it, South Coast Repertory, this time with songs attached.
Snehal Desai: At Last, a Roadmap for CTG
With a 7-show season at 2 of Center Theatre Group’s venues, the new artistic director is putting special focus on reviving the beloved, beleaguered Mark Taper Forum.
Grown in Chicago
In this month’s Chicago newsletter, theatremakers Jillian Leff and Joel Willison share what inspires them and the American Theatre team invites you to join us for a special event in the city.
John Langs to Leave Seattle’s ACT to Become Drama Dean at UNCSA
This summer, Langs will succeed Scott Zigler as dean of the School of Drama where he studied directing decades ago.
Has the World Finally Caught Up With Roger Q. Mason?
With 3 productions this spring, the busy playwright’s kaleidoscopic historical fantasias—and their civic patience—are finding new homes.
Doris Duke Awards, Guggenheim Fellowships, Reiser Lab, and More
A roundup of prizes, fellowships, and other recognitions.
TCG Conference Announces James Rhee as Plenary Speaker
The Ashley Stewart CEO and best-selling author will speak on business models for change at the national convening in Chicago in June.
