American Theatre’s Leadership Vacuum: Who Will Fill It?
With top positions turning over across the country, an historic sea change is possible—and so is more of the same.
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Actors’ Equity Puts Out Nationwide Call for Diversity Director
The union has created a new position to advance the cause of inclusion and diversity, both internally and externally.
Jesse Green Is Looking for a Good Argument
Why did The New York Times hire another white guy to be their new co-chief theatre critic? He plans to work hard to show us why.
New York City Announces Recipients of Inaugural Diversity Grants
Eleven theatre not-for-profits have been given grants totaling $2 million to train diverse theatre artists.
DeVos vs. NCAR on Funding for Theatres of Color
The debate over cultural equity is crucial, but can it move beyond a fiscal critique to consider systemic injustices?
‘Hamilton’ Swept the Tonys, but Has Diversity Swept Broadway?
Last season was notably diverse, but the 2016-17 season announced so far looks more like business as usual on the Great White Way.
The Broadway Season Was Diverse Offstage Too, Not That You’d Notice
The invisibility of stage designers cuts both ways: They lack for recognition (see this week’s Tonys), but they can also build diverse careers—if they get the chance.
Hard Questions, Tough Truths at Beyond Orientalism Forum
At a recent forum about cultural appropriation, artists shared stories of microaggressions and mapped solutions for the future.
SDC Releases Statement on Diversity and Inclusion
The Stage Directors and Choreographers Society has committed to diversifying its staff and board, and to promoting equitable hiring practices nationwide.
Criticism So White? Here’s How to Change That
How theatre critics can use their words, and their status, to be more inclusive of both theatre artists and a diverse new generation of journalists.
