Stages
New works and auspicious revivals, theatre closures, a home for playwrights, and more.
Battle Lines Drawn Over Reagan Arts Cuts
New budget bid draws severe reaction. Plus: A new U.S.-France fellowship, leadership moves, grants for musical theatre, and more.
Casting Across Cultures
Ott finds a new vision of ‘Kingdom Come.’ Also: video promos for theatre and a new Equity contract for Oregon Shakes.
Audiences in Action
Productions such as ‘1984’ and ‘Tamar’ require some footwork. Plus: Whither the Vietnam play?
Operatic Workout
A new work about Harriet Tubman. Plus: a new company devoted to middle-aged actresses, and various comings and goings.
Questions Without Answers
A new book dives into the theories of theatre. Plus: a Theatre Facts bookshelf.
Hispanic Treasures
Theatre and literary specialists join landmark project. Plus: An expanded Young Playwrights Festival, and a new L.A. home for Padua Hills Playwrights.
Theatre Facts 1984
TCG’s first full report on the state of U.S. theatres.
Letters to the Editor
Responses to the Sellars/McAnuff dialogue and Brustein’s RSC takedown.
A Delicate Balance Changes
Among the most striking changes in funding for theatre: the growth of corporate support.
