Keep Re:working Chicago Theatre with this Reading List from “Culture of Care, a Toolkit” Roundtable hosted on September 10, 2026 by The Understudy Coffee and Books, Pocket Theatre, and American Thea...

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A nonprofit turnaround specialist makes an evidence-based case for spinning off mission-driven new work from theatres’ board-supported mainstage programming.

A notorious play draws protests, a theatre impresario expands his empire, an Off-Off-Broadway mainstay gets its start, and more.

A week of gatherings in Oakland and San Francisco will bring together artists, organizers, land stewards, and cultural workers to discuss how to keep theatre alive.

The author of this intriguing meta-play, the full script of which appears in our Fall 2026 issue, talks about its inspirations and its unique form.

In celebration of Spiderwoman Theater’s 50th anniversary, this global festival brings Indigenous artists to NYC.

Declining full season subscriptions look like a shift in what patrons want. Look closer, and it’s usually a shift in what we’ve been selling them.

A roundup of prizes, fellowships, and other recognitions.

The versatile actor-writer talks about his autobiographical solo show, 'How Shakespeare Saved My Life,' which plays at 3 theatres this year.

This month's roundup of world premieres from coast to coast (and beyond).

The state of play(s) in Southern California, where the theatre refuses to die.

Theater Alliance, IN Series, and 4EYE Film Center will lead and share a new arts hub and gathering space.

Despite challenges with funding and perception, theatre in Georgia's capital city is eclectic and vibrant.

How theatres in the nation's capital are surviving, striving, and living to fight another day.

The state of play(s) in Southern California, where the theatre refuses to die.

One of 3 artists-in-residence at a newish theatre festival recounts the experience of gathering actors from all over China to explore Ibsen.

A roundup of comings and goings at the top of U.S. theatre institutions.

The adaptor/director of a new take on Sophocles's tragic trilogy reflects on the play's lessons about fate and failure, as retaught by the production's ups and downs—including a cancelled opening night.

In his Broadway show about Jewishness, antisemitism, and whiteness, 'Just for Us,' the comic makes audiences ponder who the 'us' is.

The industry must not look away from a moment that is begging for it to change, writes publisher Kelundra Smith.

The Reduced Shakespeare Company joins those fighting to save Washington DC's Kennedy Center from those who would destroy it. RSC artistic directors Reed Martin and Austin Tichenor share their favorite...

The composer's longtime collaborator remembers his colleague's mischief and melancholy, and the melodic gift he took for granted.

DJ Hills takes inspiration from their own upbringing in rural Appalachia in this world premiere tackling the intersections among queerness, transness, class, and geography.

The Washington theatre commissioned 4 artists to share creative writing, performance, and video responses to the past year of living under National Guard occupation.

Imagine if we made arts and culture as free and accessible—and as beautiful—as places like Prospect Park.

Though it’s hardly her finest work, a new production of ‘An American Daughter’ offers a welcome chance to consider Wendy Wasserstein’s unique contributions to American theatre and beyond.

American Theatre Offscript · Episode

Podcast Episode · American Theatre Offscript · September 18 · 45m

This edition features designers of all kinds working throughout the United States.