The theatre community is mourning the loss of Imani Dia Smith, a former Lion King child performer remembered for her talent, generosity, and spirit. She was 25.

An actor was fired from a production of A Christmas Carol after missing a rehearsal due to an injury. The injury was reportedly sustained during the production itself.

A former High School music teacher has been charged with sexual assault following allegations of an inappropriate relationship with a former student.

Authorities say a former school staff member secretly recorded minors in the theater dressing room.

I’m so thrilled about Helen Shaw becoming the NYT’s chief theatre critic. It’s the rare industry decision that actually feels right.

A donor alleges that Argenta Contemporary Theatre mishandled over $819K in donations. It’s a heavy accusation — and a reminder of how fragile trust can be in the arts.

“December 24th, 9 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.” A lyric that’s become a ritual — and why Christmas Eve might be the perfect night for Jonathan Larson.

Some musicals never really leave you. This is me making the case for The Scarlet Pimpernel — big music, big feelings, and why Broadway could use a revival like this right now.

If you’re choosing a season for a community theatre or college program, give Baby a moment of your time. It’s tender, relatable, and more powerful than people remember.

Everyone has an opinion about Dear Evan Hansen. Some love it. Some can’t stand it. I think it’s time we finally had that conversation

Is it talent… or being the favorite? A sarcastic guide to high school theatre casting, and a real conversation about what students actually learn.

The excitement around “Wicked” is bigger than ever. Maybe this is the moment to start the conversation about school licensing and what it could unlock for the next generation of performers.

Showing up matters. For every kid, every parent, every school. But when concerts and performances happen during the workday, families can be left out.

If you have to pay just to audition for a college theatre program, that’s not opportunity—it’s exclusion disguised as tradition.

Our theatre classrooms are full of students who look like the world. But the faculty often don’t. If we want the future of the arts to be authentic and inclusive, that change has to start behind the table.

Prop guns aren’t just props, they carry real responsibility. A reminder that safety, training, and clear protocols aren’t optional—they’re part of the craft.

One of my biggest audition pet peeves: the pointless callback. If there’s no direction, no curiosity, no intention behind bringing people back, it’s just wasting everyone’s time.

There’s a difference between “I can do this” and “I’m the only one who can.”

Every fall, “Rocky Horror” takes the stage. I love this show as much as anyone, but casting minors in it is not bold, it’s reckless.

Thinking about auditioning for Legally Blonde: The Musical? Pink, sparkle, and energy will get you in the door, but heart and honesty are what book the role.

Directors: if you’re brave enough to cast a show, you should be brave enough to call the actors you didn’t cast. It’s uncomfortable, but it matters.

Lighting design is the quiet magic behind every great show. More people should give it a shot.

Directors, your costume designer isn’t just picking out clothes. They’re building your world, one seam at a time. Here are the key questions you should be ready to answer

“A clean, organized props table doesn’t just support the show, it sets the tone. It says: we respect this process. We respect each other. We’re ready.”