Julia Jordan

Where Are the Women? New Theater Season Announcements Signal a Troubling Setback
by Cara Joy David - Jul 3, 2025

I’ve been writing about the lack of female representation in creative teams for at least 15 years. When I wrote a series on female playwrights a couple of years back, there was a sense that things were getting better. Indeed, when Julia Jordan handed off leadership of the Lillys in December 2023, she proudly reported that gender parity had been reached on off-Broadway stages dedicated to new plays. There was even talk of sunsetting the organization, which has been a driving force in the fight for gender parity.

The 24 Hour Plays Reveals Company for The 24 Hour Plays Nationals in NYC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 27, 2025

The 24 Hour Plays revealed this year's company for The 24 Hour Plays Nationals in NYC. Learn more about the events taking place in July and see how to attend!

Charlene Adhiambo and Amy B. Tiong Named 2025 Recipients of The Hansberry-Lilly Fellowship
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2025

Graduate students Charlene Adhiambo and Amy B. Tiong have been named as the 2025 recipients for the Hansberry-Lilly Fellowship. Learn more about the Fellowship and the recipients here!

Mandy Greenfield Launches Production Company Red Yes Studio
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2024

Theatrical producer Mandy Greenfield has launched her own independent production company, Red Yes Studio. The company aims to commission, develop, and produce bold new work for the stage and screen.

MacDowell Awards 147 Fall-Winter Fellowships to Artists Working Across Disciplines
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2024

MacDowell  has awarded 147 Fellowships to artists working in multiple disciplines from 27 states and 11 countries for the fall and winter season. Learn more about the recipients here!

Photos: Legacy of Lorraine Hansberry Celebrated at Dedication Ceremony of Sculpture in Navy Pier
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 26, 2024

On Friday, August 23, the Lorraine Hansberry Initiative and Chicago’s Navy Pier celebrated the installation of Alison Saar’s To Sit A While. See photos!

Lorraine Hansberry Sculpture To Be Permanently Installed At Chicago's Navy Pier
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 26, 2024

A sculpture honoring playwright Lorraine Hansberry will be permanently installed at Chicago's Navy Pier, celebrating her legacy and contributions to American theater.

Lorraine Hansberry Sculpture To Be Permanently Installed At Chicago's Navy Pier
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 25, 2024

A sculpture honoring Lorraine Hansberry will be permanently installed at Chicago's Navy Pier, celebrating the legacy of the renowned playwright and civil rights activist.

The Dramatists Guild Foundation and The Lillys Reveal Darrin Terpstra and Morgan Webber-Ottey as the 2024 Recipients of The Hansberry-Lilly Fellowship
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2024

The Dramatists Guild Foundation and The Lillys have announced graduate students Darrin Terpstra and Morgan Webber-Ottey as the 2024 recipients for the Hansberry-Lilly Fellowship.

Nominations Open For Theatre Professionals Who Advance Opportunities For Women+ Playwrights Over 40
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 2, 2024

Nominations are open for the Third Annual Marjorie Bicknell Honor Roll! HONORS, celebrating theater professionals who champion the work of women+ playwrights over 40. Learn how to apply!

TADA! Youth Theater Extends Online Streaming of COMMON GROUND Through July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 1, 2024

TADA! Youth Theater has extended the dates to watch its most recent production via online streaming. Learn how to watch!

THE 24 HOUR PLAYS: NATIONALS 2024 Cohort Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 24, 2024

THE 24 HOUR PLAYS has announced this year's cohort for The 24 Hour Plays: Nationals, which will return this summer for their 13th year. A weeklong professional development initiative for early-career theater artists, The 24 Hour Plays: Nationals 2024 will take place July 15-22, 2024 at the Pace University Lower Manhattan campus. 

Jeanine Tesori and Bess Wohl Join Dramatists Guild Council
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2024

Jeanine Tesori and Bess Wohl have joined The Dramatists Guild Council, the leadership team of the Guild.

Video: Elizabeth Stanley Sings 'Back To Before' from RAGTIME at 54 Below
by Joshua Wright - May 9, 2024

Watch as Tony Award nominee Elizabeth Stanley sings 'Back to Before' from Ragtime at 54 Below. In celebration of Women’s History Month, acclaimed women musical theatre writers who are Council members of the Dramatists Guild of America gathered at 54 Below to share stories and introduce some of the songs they’ve written from Broadway and beyond.

Photos/Video: First Look at TADA! Youth Theater's COMMON GROUND
by Blair Ingenthron - May 4, 2024

TADA! Youth Theater is currently presenting the World Premiere of Common Ground, a new commissioned musical. Performances take place at TADA! Youth Theater through May 11. Check out photos and video from the production here!

THE 24 HOUR PLAYS: NEW VICTORY to be Presented in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2024

New Victory Theater and The 24 Hour Plays will present The 24 Hour Plays: New Victory, featuring seven short plays. Learn more!

TADA! Youth Theater Announces 2024 World Premiere Of Original Musical COMMON GROUND
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 26, 2024

Experience the world premiere of the original musical COMMON GROUND by TADA! Youth Theater.

Kristen Anderson-Lopez, Lynn Ahrens and More Will Celebrate Women's History Month at 54 Below
by Stephi Wild - Feb 15, 2024

54 BELOW will present Songs From Women At The Table on March 4, 2024 at 7:00 and 9:30pm. The 7:00pm performance will also be livestreamed.

Applications Now Open For New Victory Theater/24 Hour Plays' 'Speak Up, Act Out' Creative Writing Partnership
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2024

The New Victory Theater and The 24 Hour Plays have partnered for Speak Up, Act Out: Celebrating Student Voices, a creative writing program aimed at uplifting student writers and their work. New York City students in grades 5 through 12 are encouraged to submit applications by February 25.

TADA! Youth Theater Unveils 2024 Season Featuring Two Original Musicals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 6, 2023

The Drama Desk award-winning TADA! Youth Theater has revealed its 2024 season marking its 39th Anniversary.