Spotlight
Stories that deserve your attention
You can produce 'RENT' with an all-white cast, but why would you?
“Casting ‘RENT’ with an all-white cast undermines the authenticity, representation, and social impact of the musical. It is crucial to cast actors who reflect the diversity of the characters and the setting, allowing the production to resonate more deeply with audiences and contribute positively to discussions about inclusivity and representation.”
How I felt when I screwed up on stage
“Chances are, if you forget a line, or crack really bad on your favorite belty solo, the audience won't remember when the show ends.”
William Daniels, Brent Spiner To Both Return to 1776 as John Adams For Latest Broadway Revival
“In a stunning announcement this morning, William Daniels and Brent Spiner announced in a joint press conference that they would both return to the Broadway Musical ‘1776’ as John Adams.”
Theatre teacher accused of sex crimes with student
“A now-former theatre teacher at a high school in NC is facing felony charges for sexual acts with a student.”
10 Team building practices to bolster cast unity
“Team bonding efforts need to be authentic and genuine, which can be challenging to orchestrate, especially during limited valuable rehearsal time.”
Actor Charged in Connection with Jan. 6 Capitol Riot
“Actor Nolan Freeman has been arrested in connection with the Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol riot, as revealed in newly released court documents.”
An Ode to Closing Night
“All the cues, all the scenes, all the good times, and chemistry are now about to become nothing more than a memory.”
Theatre stands behind lead actor convicted of rape
“A New Zealand theatre company is standing by its decision to cast an actor who was convicted of rape in 2021. The theatre is said that a “safety plan” was given to the actor, which includes a rule that bars him from being alone with anyone. The theatre hopes that makes the cast feel safe.”
'Witches?! In Salem?!' : A Test In Making An Absurdist Comedy Out Of Injustice
“The producers of a show about the Salem Witch Trials invited us to see their take on the subject matter, and I volunteered to put up and see whether they could land the airplane on a comedy about this. Beyond passing that test, the comedy was, for me, hit-and-miss.”
Body-Shaming and Motherhood in the Theatre
“Problem-solving for any body type is a challenge for the designer. No one denies that a body type that slowly grows over time presents its own unique challenges. However, taking advantage of a captive, pregnant audience to blame a woman’s choices and body shape for hindering imagination or compromising character is bad work, not to mention severe human indecency.”
Students Need to Study Understudying
“Understudying requires you to pay attention to every little thing, and to have a laser focus on all parts of the show and not just those that your character is in.”
Reject the "Dream Theatre School" Myth
“By all means, go for your dreams, but don’t let this myth of having to find the “dream school” that “feels right” blind you from some schools that might truly fulfill you.”