This Month in Theatre History
September sees the beginnings of theatre in the U.S., the openings of major theatres on opposite coasts, a starry ‘Godspell’ reunion, and the start of a Chicago festival of Latino theatre.
All Stories About Victory Gardens Theater
Ken-Matt Martin, Dismissed by Victory Gardens Board, Won’t Return
The theatre that hired him a year ago is now under fire from staff and affiliated artists, not only for their treatment of Martin but for a general lack of transparency and high-handedness.
Richard Christiansen: A Critic Who Made a Difference
As the Chicago Tribune’s lead theatre critic from 1978 to 2002, he helped build the city’s unique theatre scene, both by covering it and by getting to know its major players.
Overworked, Underpaid, Unheard: Chicago Theatre Freelancers Speak Out
Behind and beyond recent reckonings at the city’s theatres are countless tales of exploitation, harm, and silencing—but it’s not too late for change.
Victory Gardens Names Ken-Matt Martin as Its New AD
Martin promises a ‘clean slate’ at the Chicago theatre famed for its playwrights ensemble, after serving as associate producer at the Goodman.
Chay Yew: Break the Table and Build a New One
After 9 years at Victory Gardens, the writer/director reflects on what he’s learned from running, and fighting for, a theatre in Chicago.
Victory Gardens Announces 2020 Ignition Festival lineup
Monty Cole, Georgette Kelly, Exal Iraheta, and Alex Lubischer will have readings in the all-digital festival.
Victory Gardens Announces 5-Show Season
The 2020-21 season will include a world premiere from Ali Viterbi and the Chicago premiere of Will Arbery’s ‘Heroes of the Fourth Turning.’
No Show
If we can’t have theatre until we can gather again safely, what are U.S. theatres and artists going to do in the meantime, and after?
Chay Yew to Leave Victory Gardens Theater
The renowned director and playwright will depart at the end of the 2019-20 season.
