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Thursday, January 10, 2019

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey Announces 2019 Season by American Theatre Editors

The lineup include swashbuckling adventures, Shakespearean tragedies, and a holiday favorite.

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Central Works Announces 2019 Season by American Theatre Editors

The lineup will include four new plays, from political thrillers to murder mysteries.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:49PM[SHARE]

Shakespeare Fest St. Louis Announces Confluence Writers Project by American Theatre Editors

Emerging playwrights Mariah L. Richardson, Shualee Cook, and Kristin Idaszak have been selected to participate.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:47PM[SHARE]

PEN/Faulkner Foundation Names Gwydion Suilebhan Exec Director by American Theatre Editors

Suilebhan, who currently serves as director of brand and marketing for Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, will start next week.

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Bill Hayes and Sue Ellen Beryl, Better Together by American Theatre Editors

Their shared leadership, and segregated duties, keep Palm Beach Dramaworks afloat.

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Wednesday, January 9, 2019

MCC Theater Finally Has a Place to Call Home by American Theatre Editors

The Manhattan theatre also announced a new $30 ticket initiative, a new-musical development lab, and playwright residencies.

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Melia Bensussen Named Artistic Director of Hartford Stage by American Theatre Editors

The acclaimed director will succeed Darko Tresjnak to become the theatre's sixth artistic director.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:59PM[SHARE]

Shaina Taub and Sarah Hammond Tie for 2019 Kleban Prize by American Theatre Editors

They will each receive $100,000 in recognition of their work as lyricists; Charlie Sohne is also recognized for his work as a librettist.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:29PM[SHARE]

Jojo Ruf Named Managing Director of Theater J by American Theatre Editors

The producer will help lead the D.C. Jewish theatre.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:30AM[SHARE]
Tuesday, January 8, 2019

Arkansas Rep, Back From the Brink, Names William Trice Exec A.D. by American Theatre Editors

The Little Rock native will begin the new post in August, taking the helm of the Rep after of it briefly suspended operations.

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Nancy L. Donahue, Board Backbone by American Theatre Editors

For 4 decades this Lowell, Mass., native has stayed involved with the theatre she helped create there.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:00AM[SHARE]
Monday, January 7, 2019

Actors' Equity Strikes Broadway Development Labs by American Theatre Editors

2 years of negotiations for a new contract with the Broadway League on developing new musicals have reached an impasse.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:31PM[SHARE]

Arbiters Find Insufficient Proof of Workplace Discrimination at Guthrie by American Theatre Editors

Carpenter Molly Diers, who resigned last March due to the theatre's allegedly 'sexist culture,' has disputed the city's ruling.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:50AM[SHARE]
Thursday, January 3, 2019

Fountain Theatre Announces 2019-20 Season by American Theatre Editors

The lineup will include six contemporary plays, including a world premiere adaptation by Stephen Sachs.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:38PM[SHARE]

Learning It 'Wrong' by American Theatre Editors

When do we figure out how theatre works? Usually long before we realize it, though for most of us it doesn't end there.

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Stories Told and Untold by American Theatre Editors

As we reflect and look forward, know that in the new year TCG will continue to be a space for us to gather, nurture, and strengthen the theatre ecology.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:46AM[SHARE]
Wednesday, January 2, 2019

January 2019 Onstage by American Theatre Editors

From children's storybooks to the recording studio, from New York City's Five Points neighborhood to choir rehearsal, check out what's onstage this month.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:35PM[SHARE]

Manageable Expectations by American Theatre Editors

What drives the folks who keep theatres running, and how do they learn their trade? Funny you should ask.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:12AM[SHARE]

Make It Work by American Theatre Editors

Theatre administrators don't make art"they just make art possible

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:10AM[SHARE]

7 Theatre Managers on Training for the Future by American Theatre Editors

In these uncertain times, data and tech are important tools to have, but the human connection remains paramount.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:08AM[SHARE]

A Master's List by American Theatre Editors

12 programs that aim to equip students for leadership in the arts

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:04AM[SHARE]

Why Wait? The Rise of Undergrad Arts Admin Programs by American Theatre Editors

Many theatre aspirants will end up needing admin skills, so colleges are stepping up with B.A.s and other options.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:02AM[SHARE]

Why You Need an HR Department by American Theatre Editors

Human resources for a human-centered medium seem increasingly urgent, particularly in light of #MeToo.

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Thursday, December 27, 2018

Token Theatre Friends: You Saw 253 Shows?! by American Theatre Editors

The Friends look back on their favorite shows of 2018, and have an announcement about BroadwayCon!

SOURCE: American Theatre at 06:37PM[SHARE]

Three on the Aisle: The Best (and Worst) of 2018 by American Theatre Editors

The year in theatre, according to our critics.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:00AM[SHARE]
Monday, December 24, 2018

Offscript: American Theatre's Year in Review by American Theatre Editors

From coverage of #MeToo to special issues on engagement, fundraising, and design, 2018 was a busy year for the magazine.

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Saturday, December 22, 2018

Galt MacDermot, a Mystery Except at the Piano by American Theatre Editors

We were just two gentlemen who worked on a show together, but oh, the music he made.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 08:41PM[SHARE]
Friday, December 21, 2018

TCG Names Recipients of Global Connections Travel Grants by American Theatre Editors

The sixth round of grants will support new and existing international collaborations.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:32AM[SHARE]
Thursday, December 20, 2018

Azuka Theatre Announces Writers' Program by American Theatre Editors

The project, called New Pages, will support the development of new works by Philadelphia playwrights.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:08PM[SHARE]

Encores! Off-Center Announces 2019 Season by American Theatre Editors

The summer slate will feature works by Stephen Schwartz, Maria Irene Fornés, and Stephen Sondheim.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:45AM[SHARE]

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