“Actor Erich Schuett has accused writer Louis “Chip” Deffaa of exposing himself while the two were on a hike earlier this week. The 16-year-old posted a detailed account of what occurred on his Facebook page. When asked to comment on the allegation, Mr. Deffaa confirmed much of Mr. Schuett’s statement but denies the allegation that he “exposed” himself and that ‘absolutely no crime took place.’ However, the New Jersey State Police have filed a complaint against Mr. Deffaa for lewdness.”

“We shouldn’t be looking to theatre to present perfectly accurate historiographies. All we can really expect from these shows is for them to be respectful with their narratives.”

“If virtual performance or production is something that interests you, I encourage you to take part. If that sounds like something that isn’t your cup of tea, I respect that entirely. But there’s no reason to imply that anyone isn’t a real theatre maker because of that choice.”

“Here are five reasons why you should drop everything you’re doing, track down the filmed version of Passing Strange, and watch it right now.”

“Native American people, First Nations people, Algonquin people, The People of the Dawnland were left out HAMILTON, and it was no accident. Lin-Manuel Miranda is a brilliant and deliberate writer, and this was a deliberate and conscious decision. We could have easily had a passing mention, but we’re excluded for a reason. We don’t fit the “we are all immigrants” narrative.”

“You do not have to write a play during the shutdown. You do not have to choreograph something transformative during the shutdown. You do not need to memorize every Shakespeare play during the shutdown. Existing is enough.”

“While many regional theatres across the country continue to be closed due to the pandemic, some aren’t being so patient. In fact, some are so desperate to reopen, they’re dropping their Equity status so they don’t have to adhere to the union’s safety protocols.”

“I believe Wicked can be inspirational for both young and old: it genuinely depicts that life can be hard, people cruel and some dreams impossible to come true, but no matter what, fighting for what we believe in – even if it seems a lost cause – is worth it and, in one way or another, pays off.”

“Into the Woods.  I knew the props would be a challenge, with Rapunzel’s wig and the harp and the million other things necessary for the show. I kind of forgot about one thing. The cow. How the hell was I going to do the cow?”

“A fantastic cover of “First Burn” has been posted on Youtube.”

“As the world began to shut down in March, the theater community scrambled with the rest of the world in finding new ways to continue working, while staying healthy at home. We instantly saw an increase in virtual theater, including readings, concerts, and full-on play productions from home. One artist, in particular, Sharece Sellem, decided she would not let quarantine stop her from progressing as an artist. Thus, the Quick Quarantine Playwright Festival was born.”

“If your friend had no idea who Alan Menken is, what would be the one song you’d pick to illustrate his work? Here’s my pick.”