#TCG15 Plenary 3: The How and the Why of Storytelling
Conference attendees listened to one of America’s great listeners, StoryCorps’ Dave Isay, as he shared both how he captures people’s lives on tape—and why it’s worth doing.
#TCG15 Plenary 2: The Democracy of Consciousness
Access and daring, expression and dramatic action were among the themes of a meaty morning plenary with ‘Fun Home’ writer Lisa Kron and NEA chairman Jane Chu.
‘Macbeth’ Hits Home at San Quentin
Shakespeare’s themes of murder and mayhem resonate with prisoners, certainly, but so do his language, his humanity and his humor.
#TCG15 Day 1: “I Identify as Billionare”
At the opening gathering of Theatre Communications Group’s 2015 National Conference, the topics include race, Cleveland, and performance by any means necessary.
The Performing Arts: Headed for a Perfect Storm?
In his new book, former Kennedy Center impresario Michael Kaiser argues that the future of the arts lies with quality, subsidy, and daring—all of which are in dangerously short supply.
In Conversation: John Kander and Lin-Manuel Miranda Compare Notes
The two composers met recently to talk music, theatre, and how they clear their conscience.
Yale Institute for Music Theatre Announces 2015 Projects
Bob Kelly and Sam Chanse, Ben Wexler and Mark Sonnenblick, and Shaina Taub and Jen Silverman will develop new musicals in New Haven this summer.
Becca Blackwell and Lear deBessonet Among Recipients of Impact Awards
The Doris Duke Charitable Foundation has announced the seven recipients of the Impact Awards, who will each receive $80,000.
Theatre Communications Group Announces 2015 National Conference Awards
At the TCG National Conference this week, James Houghton, Lear deBessonet and Rhodessa Jones will be recognized for their theatrical achievements.
Gil Cates Jr. Named Executive Director of Geffen Playhouse
The son of Geffen founder Gilbert Cates will follow in his father’s footsteps and lead the Los Angeles theatre.
