A Song That Old Was Sung
This month, Gabriela describes visceral reactions to Chicago stages, Jerald highlights Steppenwolf, plus we get a Halloween preview from two local costume designers.
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Borne Back Ceaselessly Into ‘The Great Gatsby’
With so many adaptations, including the return of Elevator Repair Service’s ‘GATZ,’ are artists reinventing a classic—or destined to repeat the errors of the past?
How to Survive an Election: Laugh With ‘POTUS’
Selina Fillinger’s popular farce about women taking control of the White House hits different this fall.
Parting Is Such Sweet Sorrow: Bidding Farewell to Cutting Ball and Cal Shakes
We’ll look back on these 2 Bay Area companies for the imaginations they unleashed and the lives they touched.
New Report Highlights Role of Arts Agencies in Covid Relief Funding
A study conducted by SMU DataArts reports on 11 cities across the U.S. and their tactics for advocacy, process, and equity to support artists and cultural organizations.
New Equity Agreement to Cover Actors Who Drink on the Job
After negotiations between Actors’ Equity Association and Brass Jar Productions, Drunk Shakespeare’s cast and crew ratifies first union contract.
New Playbook Recommends Policies to Empower New York Artists
A new plan from Creatives Rebuild New York (CRNY) outlines a long-term program for state and local lawmakers to improve conditions for artists.
Adriana Borzellino Named Managing Director of Ensemble Studio Theatre
Originally hired as transition manager and interim managing director, she started in her new permanent role early this month.
Elizabeth Kensek Named Managing Director of Amphibian Stage
Starting in January, she will work alongside newly appointed artistic director Jay Duffer as they succeed founding director Kathleen Culebro.
Pig Iron, Stranded by UArts Closing, Finds New Partner in Rowan University
In joining a college theatre program with similar aims and aesthetics, the training arm of the experimental company will keep its students on track with minimal interruption.
