Serious Play: The Art of Wafaa Bilal and Tasneem Mandviwala
When a painter and a performance artist work with theatres, all parties learn lessons about experience, engagement, and ecstasy.
All Stories About Silk Road Rising
Unrestricted Giving, Unlimited Possibilities
What can blossom when funders put their trust in BIPOC-led institutions like Silk Road Rising, Pangea World Theater, and Penumbra Theatre.
A Chicago Storefront Revival: Just You Wait
After a period of turnover and uncertainty, leaders in this resilient community look toward a vibrant reopening—even if it doesn’t happen until 2022.
This Month in Theatre History
A celebration of Arab American Heritage Month, from Khalil Gibran to the opening of Leila Buck’s ‘Hkeelee (Talk to Me).’
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.
Come Together, Right Now
A historic gathering for theatres of color in St. Louis turned out to be a powerful and unexpectedly timely convening.
American Theatre Wing Awards National Theatre Company Grants
Ten theatres will receive $10,000 grants to support general operating costs.
Middle Eastern American Theatre, on Our Terms
An open letter and a bill of rights, in the interest of more stage works representing the full diversity and humanity of Middle Eastern Americans.
The Review That Shook Chicago
Local theatre artists rise in revolt against Sun-Times critic Hedy Weiss, raising questions about racism and free speech.
Silk Road Rising 2017-18 Season to Feature 3 Premieres
The lineup will feature works from David Henry Hwang, Novid Parsi, and Anu Bhatt.
