Social Impact Theatre Awardees, Horton Foote Prize, and More
A roundup of prizes, fellowships, and other recognitions.
All Stories About Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts
Joe Morton: Into the Storm of ‘Lear’
The actor talks about his voice and craft, his approach to an iconic role, and where the storm ends and the madness begins.
‘Hershey Felder as Irving Berlin’ to Stream Live as Benefit for U.S. Arts Orgs
Proceeds from the musical event, streamed from Florence, Italy, will go 13 theatres and institutions Felder has called home.
Tovah Feldshuh as RBG: Though She Be But Little, She Is Fierce
An actor known for playing great women leaders takes on the shy, brilliant Supreme Court justice in the two-hander ‘Sisters in Law.’
New Wallis Program to Mentor Students Arts Reporters
Members of the Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle will teach kids aged 12-18 how to write about the arts.
ASCAP Foundation, DreamWorks Select 4 Musicals for 2016 Workshop
Six composers and lyricists will workshop four new musicals under the direction of Stephen Schwartz.
The Buzz: What 6 Theatre Folks Are Working On and Watching For
From a car-driven opera in L.A. to a roller coaster musical in Chicago, from education projects to exciting turnovers, fall is busting out all over.
Deaf West’s ‘Spring Awakening’ Honored With Champions for Change Award
The ASL/spoken English adaptation of Duncan Sheik and Steven Sater’s 2007 musical is congratulated for its contributions to the disabled community in New York.
Ali Stroker Is Checking Off Her List, One Dream at a Time
As the first wheelchair-using performer ever cast on Broadway, Stroker isn’t just realizing a dream; she’s making it possible for others like her to dream, as well.
Wallis Annenberg Center Announces 2015–16 Season
Among a busy season of performances, the venue’s theatrical fare will include 9 plays for a variety of ages.
