Posts tagged Niki Hatzidis
Does Theater Need a Stage? A Look at Site-Specific Theater

Site-specific theater is not a new concept, but it’s ‘newer’ for some audiences in America. In the UK, immersive and site-specific theater is as ubiquitous as more traditional theatrical performances.  Much like the fringe circuit, these performances exemplify the concept that a performance only needs an engaging story. The fancy bells and whistles, the expensive scenery and costumes aren’t necessarily needed to make a great play or performance.  It always must be about the commitment to the story.

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Can Nostalgia Propel Theater Forward?

Those who love theater will find a way to continue to make it.  They’ll convince someone who has never seen a play to come see it and they will fall in love with the art form. The next time a show gets put up in the local community theater, they’ll spend their money to come and see it, even if they don’t know anyone involved. The important thing is that they show up.  We need them to show up.

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