Spotlight
Stories that deserve your attention
Let's Talk About Directors
“In the theatre, the first thing we strive to create in a company is a sense of trust. We explore, we play theatre games, we bond. We take time and great care to fortify our relationships because, at the end of the day, we are putting ourselves in each other's hands. The director should be the nerve center of this trust-building process.”
To the Trans Community in Theatre and Beyond
“Theatre is better because you are here. The world is better because you are here. Keep creating. Keep pushing. Keep being you.”
Theatre Teacher Charged with Embezzlement from Performing Arts Program
“A theatre teacher in New Hampshire has been arrested and charged with felony embezzlement charges stemming from her previous teaching position.”
Directors, Don’t Complicate Community Theatre Auditions
“There is nothing that someone singing 32 bars from another musical would tell me than if they sang a piece from the show they're auditioning for.”
Theatre's Struggle: Will The Next Four Years Be the Final Act?
“I hate getting political, but there’s no way around that. The climate has changed and will continue this way for the next four years. We don’t have the support that we once had.”
BroadwayCon Moves Location at the Last Minute
“It was announced today that BroadwayCon changing venues with just a week to go before the event starts. Organizers announced that it will be moving from the New York Midtown Hilton to the Marriott Marquis in Times Square.”
Why Nebraska Needs Full-Time Teaching Endorsements for Theatre Educators
“By investing in theatre education, Nebraska would demonstrate its commitment to a well-rounded, innovative education system that values the arts as essential to student achievement.”
Celebrating the First Black Elphaba on Broadway While Questioning the Wait
“As "Wicked" embarks on this new chapter, audiences have an opportunity to witness a moment of overdue progress. Let us applaud this historic casting while also holding the industry accountable to ensure that the magic of representation doesn’t take another 20 years to manifest.”
Why Clear Scheduling is Key in Community Theatre
“If we, as the production team, are not clearly communicating schedules, we are doing more work for ourselves when people can’t show up or cast members aren’t aware of schedule changes. It disrupts the process and the flow of productivity.”
Should Parents Encourage Their Children to Pursue a Career in Theatre?
“For children with a passion for performing arts, the allure of a theatre career can be irresistible. However, whether parents should encourage their children to pursue this path remains a subject of debate”
Listening to the Crowd: How Audience Surveys Can Revitalize Community Theatre
“In today’s competitive entertainment landscape, community theatres have a unique opportunity to stand out by creating personalized, meaningful experiences. By taking the simple step of asking your audience what they want to see, you’re not just shaping a season—you’re nurturing a relationship that will sustain your theatre for years to come.”
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Shows All Future Harry Potter Stories Should Take Place On Stage
“My daughter and I were on the edge of our seats, watching the developments unfold. Then you see wizards dueling on stage, objects levitating, and so much more I won’t spoil. The practical magic employed makes you feel like you are in Hogwarts inside Lyric Theatre.”