Video: What Is the State of the Theater Industry? Experts Weigh In
The panel discusses the actor's experience, current state of financing on Broadway, and more.
What is the state of the theater industry in 2026? A panel of New York theater professionals came together earlier this month with SAG-AFTRA Foundation to talk about just that, in a conversation moderated by BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge.
SAG-AFTRA Foundation's Business panels provide multiple viewpoints from directors, producers, writers, agents, managers, casting directors and industry experts on a wide range of topics. Through this program, actors receive first-hand tips and strategies from established creators and leading professionals who know how to navigate the complex landscape of the entertainment industry.
This panel included Frank DiLella (Journalist, NY1), Irene Gandy (Producer), Jenny Gersten (Artistic Director, City Center), Amber Gray (Actor), Rachel Hoffman (Casting, Telsey & Co.), and Samuel D. Hunter (Playwright).
In this interview, the group discusses the actor's experience, current state of financing a production, current trends on Broadway and off-Broadway, audience engagement and more. Watch the full panel here and catch even more conversations with your favorite actors with SAG-AFTRA Foundation.
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