David Schmitz Named Interim Managing Director of Stages Houston
Among his duties will be to help position the theatre for a full leadership turnover, including of retiring artistic director Kenn McLaughlin.
Something Up With Nathan Louis Jackson
A bard of Kansas City, Kans., he was a warm, mischievous truth teller whose plays reflected his life yet somehow showed us ourselves as well.
Some Hard and Beautiful Truths About Making Plays
In a book excerpt, the seasoned playwright offers insights and advice, not only about how to write but about how to think about your writing productively.
Tarell Alvin McCraney Named Geffen Playhouse Artistic Director
McCraney’s appointment is effective immediately, and he succeeds Matt Shakman, who stepped down in February.
1/52 Project Supports 7 New Designers
Each of the recipients—Ebony M. Burton, Mextly Couzin, Mika Eubanks, Wilberth González, Kathy Ruvuna, Gerardo Díaz Sánchez, and Destinee Steele—will receive grants up to $15,000.
Martin Miller: From the Ozarks to the Turnpike
The former executive director of Arkansas’s TheatreSquared has just taken the same job at Princeton’s McCarter Theatre Center, and he’s ready to open the gates.
Lameece Issaq and Megan Patterson to Leave Noor Theatre
Ariana Sarfarazi has been named the company’s new executive director.
John DiAntonio Leaves Creede Rep to Helm Utah Shakes
After 13 years in Creede, DiAntonio will relocate to Cedar City in November.
13 New York Venues Receive IndieSpace Grants
13 NYC performance venues will receive two-year, unrestricted general operating grants of $10,000.
Chicago Companies Partner to Celebrate Pearl Cleage
Goodman Theatre has announced a month-long, city-wide celebration honoring Pearl Cleage with partnerships across six Chicago theatre companies.
