Small Is Beautiful
We asked leaders at some of the nation’s small theatre companies which shows, both large and small, they were most looking forward to in the coming season.
All Stories About 24th Street Theatre
Bob Scales, a Down-to-Earth Theatre Giant
The Guthrie’s first TD and a longtime theatre dean at USC, he launched countless careers with his unassuming, get-to-work ethos.
Serve Your Audience
You’ve got to make concessions to your theatregoers’ tastes for food and drink.
Holiday Shows for Kids Have (Mostly) Moved Past Scrooge
In addition to the usual perennial holiday fare, December shows repurpose classic tales for all ages.
24th Street Theatre Announces 2017-18 Season
The Los Angeles theatre company will present works for Spanish- and English-speaking audiences.
Cooking Up a Kentucky-Fried ‘Hansel & Gretel’
In his version of the grim fairy tale for 24th Street Theatre, Bryan Davidson adds music and human dimension.
20 Theatres You Should Take Your Kids To
From Honolulu to Boston, a look at institutions that produce theatre for young audiences.
Debbie Devine and 24th Street Theatre’s Tightrope Act
Art or social service? That’s a false choice for this small but committed L.A. theatre, where theatrical excellence and community service are inextricably intertwined.
Equity Vs. L.A. 99-Seat Theatre, the Final Showdown
As the battle over L.A.’s non-remunerative 99-seat plan comes to a head, players on either side have radically different prognoses for the health of the city’s sprawling theatre scene.
L.A. Theatres Have 99-Seat Problems, but Bitching Ain’t One
Amid heated arguments over the city’s version of the Equity showcase code, a real and resonant debate about artists’ compensation seems to be emerging.
