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An Open Letter to the Theatre People Who Were Told They Weren’t Good Enough
“To every theatre artist who walked away not because you stopped loving it, but because someone made you feel like you didn’t belong: I see you. I hear you. And I hope you’ll come back.”
Aurora Theatre Company Goes Dark—and I’m Tired of Losing Places Like This
“Another day, another theatre going dark. This time, it’s Aurora Theatre Company in Berkeley hitting pause on its entire 2025–26 season—and maybe forever.”
Signs You May Be a Bad Theatre Director
“Some directors start thinking that the job is about control instead of connection — and that’s when things get dicey.”
Wait... Dreamgirls Hasn’t Been on Broadway Since 1987?!
“Dreamgirls hasn’t been on Broadway since 1987—and honestly, how is that even possible? With its powerhouse vocals, timeless themes, and proven success in the West End, it’s long past time for this iconic musical to make its grand return to the New York stage.”
Am I the Bully in the Room? A Hard Look in the Mirror for Theatre Folks
“Theatre people—what if the bully in the room isn’t someone else... it’s you? Whether you're onstage, backstage, or behind the table, it’s worth asking if your “passion” might be doing more harm than good.”
'Maybe Happy Ending' : The Love Story That Could Steal the Tonys
“There are bigger shows in the Best Musical race. Louder ones. Flashier ones. But if voters are actually paying attention to the heart of this season, then Maybe Happy Ending is right there in the mix.”
Let’s Talk About Steel Pier: The Kander & Ebb Musical That Deserves So Much More
“I will never stop championing Kander & Ebb’s overlooked gem, Steel Pier. It’s haunting, hopeful, and ready for a revival—or at the very least, a little more love from the theatre world.”
Your Lead Might Be Brilliant. If They're a Bully, They Gotta Go.
“No monologue or high note is worth sacrificing the safety and dignity of everyone else in the room.”
Are There Too Many BFA Theatre Programs in the U.S.?
“With BFA theatre programs popping up everywhere, are we training the next generation of artists—or just selling them a dream we know won’t come true?”
The Cast of 'Dead Outlaw' Just Took a Stand Against the Trump Administration
“The cast of Dead Outlaw just canceled their Library of Congress performance in protest of Dr. Carla Hayden’s sudden firing — and they’re not alone. With Hamilton and Les Mis also taking a stand, Broadway is reminding us that art and advocacy go hand in hand.”