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REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES to Open at Alley Theatre in 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2025

Alley Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team of Real Women Have Curves. Josefina López’s vivacious comedy follows five Latina women navigating the pressures of body image, immigration, and cultural expectations.

Michael John Garcés Named Executive Board President Stage Directors and Choreographers Society
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 19, 2025

Stage Directors and Choreographers Society has elected Michael John Garcés as Executive Board President at its Annual Membership Meeting.

La Jolla Playhouse Unveils Projects for 2025 DNA New Work Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2025

La Jolla Playhouse has revealed the dates and projects for its 2025 DNA New Work Series, running in the Playhouse’s Rao and Padma Makineni Play Development Center. Learn more!

Theater Latte Da Announces Casting For 2025 Next Festival Of New Musicals
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 1, 2025

Theater Latté Da has announced casting for its 2025 NEXT Festival of New Musicals, running July 25 through August 11 at the Ritz Theater in Minneapolis. The festival will feature six public presentations of three new works in development.

Theater Latté Da To Present Three New Works In Development As Part Of The 2025 Next Festival Of New Musicals
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 1, 2025

The 2025 NEXT Festival lineup will showcase works by local and national artists, culminating in six public presentations of works by Malika Oyetimein, Jenny Stafford and Sam Salmond; Benjamin Emory Larson; and Naomi Iizuka and Paul Hodge.

RACHMANINOFF AND THE TSAR and More Set for Writers Theatre 2025/26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2025

Writers Theatre has revealed its 2025/26 season. The five-play season is marked by four productions never seen before in Chicago and two add-on special engagements.  

Alley Theatre to Host Open Auditions For Its 2025-2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2025

2025-26 Seasonal Auditions for Houston actors will be at Alley Theatre. Auditions will be for AEA and non-AEA adult actors, ages 18 and older.  Learn more and see how to attend.

Alley Theatre Reveals 2025-26 Season Featuring ENGLISH by Sanaz Toossi and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2025

Alley Theatre has revealed its 2025-26 season, featuring Broadway favorites, thrilling mysteries, and groundbreaking new works.

THE DA VINCI CODE, MISERY And More Announced for Alley Theatre 79th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2025

The Tony Award-winning Alley Theatre has announced its 2025-26 season, featuring Broadway favorites, thrilling mysteries, and groundbreaking new works.  

Cast And Creative Team Set for LAUGHS IN SPANISH at Hartford Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025

Hartford Stage has revealed the cast and artistic team for its upcoming production of the stylish and playful comedy Laughs in Spanish, a contemporary caper set on the eve of Art Basel — the major art event in Miami. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Soho Rep Will Pay Tribute to Walkerspace With SOHO REP IS NOT A BUILDING. SOHO REP HAD A BUILDING…
by Stephi Wild - Jan 15, 2025

Walkerspace (1991-2024), Soho Rep’s 65-seat venue at 46 Walker Street, will be laid to rest this January 2025. Celebrate the space with an special tribute event this week.

Olney Theatre Center Funds Three Week-Long Workshops In 24-25
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2024

Olney Theatre Center announced the three collaborative projects it will develop with week-long workshops as part of its Vanguard Arts Fund (VAF) during the 24-25 season.

Student Blog: Opinion: Politics and Art are Inseparable
by Student Blogger: Michael Lakind - Dec 1, 2024

One of the worst bad-faith criticisms you can find of anything is the idea that something was “too political” or “had an agenda” and is therefore not something you should engage with. It infuriates me to no end. In addition to being a dog whistle that feels more like a foghorn, it is contradictory to what makes art art.

Stage Directors And Choreographers Society Announces Executive Board Election Results And President's Award
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2024

SDC announced the results of its 2024 Executive Board election, highlighting new leadership roles and the organization's future direction. Discover the elected members and their upcoming initiatives.

Children's Theatre Company Names Tyler Susan Jennings And Davon Cochran As Performing Apprentices
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2024

Children's Theatre Company will welcome Tyler Susan Jennings and Davon Cochran as performing apprentices for the 2024-2025 season, highlighting their upcoming roles and contributions to the theater.

INTO THE WOODS, FAT HAM & More Set for Oregon Shakespeare Festival 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2024

The Oregon Shakespeare Festival announces its 2025 season, celebrating its 90th anniversary with nine productions, including Shakespearean works, classics, August Wilson, and INTO THE WOODS, from March 7 to October 26.

SDC Foundation Awards Cristin Carole with 2023-2024 Denham Fellowship
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2024

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, the not-for-profit foundation of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society, has named Cristin Carole as this season’s SDCF Denham Fellow . Learn more!

DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE & More Set for Hartford Stage 2024/2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2024

Hartford Stage has unveiled the lineup for its 2024/2025 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

The Latinx Theatre Commons Announces Next Cycle Of Programming
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 16, 2024

The Latinx Theatre Commons has announced its next cycle of programming, which will span from October 2024 to June 2027. In 2025, the LTC will produce two convenings: The Fornés Symposium and the Carnaval of New Musical Theatre.

The Latinx Theatre Commons Hosts Tenth Anniversary Convening in March
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2024

The Latinx Theatre Commons (LTC) has announced the Tenth Anniversary Convening, 14-16 March 2024, at Emerson College in Boston, MA.