Spotlight
Stories that deserve your attention
When a Director Laughed Me Off the Stage, It Took Everything to Come Back to Theatre
“I can assure you that no matter what I hear when I listen to someone audition, I will never subject my prospective cast to what I was subjected to. I use what talents I have to lift them up, to get them into character when rehearsals begin, to make sure the stage is set from the wings when opening night comes.”
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Despicably Cuts the Majority of Florida’s Art Funding
“The value that the theatrical arts bring to the community directly impacts the economy, society, the health and well-being of millions, advocacy for dozens of groups, and the creativity and inspiration fueled by thousands of artists. Governor DeSantis is saying with his veto that the value isn’t there.”
Local actor charged with stealing thousands from community theatre
“A local actor and former finance manager for a Pennsylvania community theatre has been charged with embezzling over $2,000 from the nonprofit organization.”
6 Recruiting tips to grow your high school's theatre program
“While good old-fashioned word-of-mouth is a reliable way to get a steady stream of talent, there are some actions you can take–some without a lot of work–to make your program more attractive or more inviting to new talent. “
Andrew Rannells exits "Tammy Faye" musical over contract dispute
“In a surprising turn of events, Tony-nominated actor Andrew Rannells has withdrawn from the highly anticipated musical "Tammy Faye" due to unresolved contract issues. The announcement was made by Rannells himself while talking to a reporter from CBS on the Tonys red carpet.”
Our 2024 Tony Awards Picks
“Let’s delve into the standout contenders across major categories, offering our predictions for the winners of some of the major Tony Awards. Get ready for an exciting look at the best of Broadway!”
Theatres Must Prioritize Volunteer Safety As Much as Paid Workers
“June is National Safety Month, so in honor of that, we are listing a few basic areas every single community theatre and high school theatre should prioritize for the safety of their volunteers.”
Why Theatre Professors Shouldn't Be Cast in Shows with Students
“I was recently alerted to some controversy happening with a casting decision at a college theatre program, where a faculty member has been pre-cast in a department production alongside students. There are several compelling reasons why this practice should be avoided.”
Community theatre loses everything in storage facility fire
“A community theatre in California is asking for help after a fire destroyed their storage facility containing more than 40 years-worth of their props, costumes, sets, and historical records, just four days before their next performance.”
What it's Like Being the "Big Girl" in Theatre
“We shouldn’t be cut right away because you think it takes us one minute more to get into a costume, or you might have to slow down choreography a tad bit more because you think we’ll be out of breath. Big people have some serious talent out there that, unfortunately, goes unnoticed because of their size.”
Some Group Strengthening Exercises for Drama Class
“When attending drama classes, one of the main goals should be to achieve a strong connection in a dynamic group. One of the best ways to do this is by working with exercises that focus on awareness, eye contact, and attention”
Queer technicians are the foundation of the theatre industry
“ I appreciate meeting a lot of other queer people working in tech through working in tech, and thus far, I haven’t had any bad experiences. I’ve been working in spaces that have all felt really positive.”