Anna-Deavere Smith News

VIDEO: Brittney Mack, Brandon Michael Nase & More Take Part in A.R.T.'s Spring Celebration

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 9, 2021

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BWW Exclusive: Watch an Interview from David Rockwell's New Book, Featuring Anna Deveare Smith

by Nicole Rosky — June 9, 2021

Drama, a new book by Tony winner David Rockwell with Bruce Mau, and edited by Sam Lubell, is now available from Phaidon.

Virtual Theatre This Week: June 7-13, 2021- with Matthew Morrison, Kelli O'Hara, Aaron Tveit and More!

by Nicole Rosky — June 7, 2021

This week (June 7-13) in live streaming: Matthew Morrison visits Backstage Live, the Next on Stage Season 3 finale, Show of Titles premieres, and so much more!

Virtual Theatre Today: Thursday, June 3- Alfred Molina, Audra McDonald, and More!

by Nicole Rosky — June 3, 2021

Today (June 3) in live streaming: Youth Pride Chorus takes over at Stars in the House, Alfred Molina visits Backstage Live, and more!

Todd Almond, Brandon Michael Nase, Anna Deavere Smith, V & More Join A.R.T.'s Spring Celebration Line-Up

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 27, 2021

American Repertory Theater (A.

Student Blog: My Feminism and Theatre Class Reading List

by Student Blogger: Sydni Dichter — May 26, 2021

This past semester, I took one of my favorite classes I’ve had so far in my time at Tisch, Feminism and Theatre.

Theatrical Outfit to Present Livestream of FIRES IN THE MIRROR

by A.A. Cristi — May 25, 2021

Theatrical Outfit takes one step closer to its return to the stage with the livestream of Fires in the Mirror.

Actor's Rep to Bring Live Dramas to Your Home

by A.A. Cristi — May 25, 2021

Actor's Rep will debut this year's showcase production online, featuring up and coming and seasoned actors in a series of dramatic and comic performances on June 26.

David Rockwell to Donate Royalties From His New Book DRAMA to The Actors Fund

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 25, 2021

The Actors Fund announced today that Tony Award®-winning set designer and architect David Rockwell will donate his royalties from the new book Drama to The Fund and its vital efforts to support those in the performing arts and entertainment community.

Harold Wolpert To Step Down As Signature Theatre Executive Director

by A.A. Cristi — May 20, 2021

Signature Theatre today announced that its Executive Director, Harold Wolpert, will depart the institution on June 30, having helped to steer it through the COVID-19 pandemic.

Theater J Announces BECOMING DR. RUTH and FIRES IN THE MIRROR

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 20, 2021

Theater J Artistic Director Adam Immerwahr and Managing Director Jojo Ruf have announced two plays as part of the return to live, in-person programming in Fall 2021: Becoming Dr.

Five Bold Plays Unveiled For 2021 Bay Area Playwrights Festival

by A.A. Cristi — May 17, 2021

Playwrights Foundation, the West Coast's premier launchpad for plays and playwrights, has announced the lineup for the 44th annual Bay Area Playwrights Festival, scheduled to stream online.

Anna Deavere Smith, Marsha Mason, Chita Rivera and Donna McKechnie Join CLASSIC CONVERSATIONS Lineup

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 12, 2021

Classic Stage Company today announced the four female theater luminaries that comprise the summer lineup for its virtual Classic Conversations series: Pulitzer Prize finalist Anna Deavere Smith on June 3; Academy Award nominee Marsha Mason on July 1; Tony Award winner Chita Rivera on August 5;

Warren Buffett Added to Special Cameo Appearances at 92Y's Virtual Gala

by Stephi Wild — May 11, 2021

On May 24, 2021, 7:00-8:00 pm ET, the 92nd Street Y will host a virtual gala to honor exceptional individuals and celebrate the many ways in which donor support has transformed 92Y during the pandemic, enabling us to serve our local and global communities like never before.

Anna Deavere Smith, Laurence Belfer, Christian McBride & Marshall Weinberg to be Honored at 92Y's Virtual Gala

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 7, 2021

On May 24, 2020, 7:00-8:00 pm ET, the 92nd Street Y will host a virtual gala to honor exceptional individuals and celebrate the many ways in which donor support has transformed 92Y during the pandemic, enabling them to serve their local and global communities like never before.