American Theatre Offscript

The Subtext: The Time Kate Tarker Lost Her Paints

The playwright of 'Montag' and 'THUNDERBODIES' talks about insisting on sustainability, identifying as a writer, and the art of listening

Theatrical Mustang: How a.k. payne Holds Space

This month Woodzick talks with the writer of 'Amani' about Black futures, expansive visions of gender, and how an archivist can be an activist

Theatrical Mustang: Mykai Eastman’s Organic Approach

This month Woodzick talks to Denver-based director and playwright Mykai Eastman about EDI work, directorial philosophy, and audience engagement.

The Subtext: Eric Reyes Loo Is Earnest and Eager

This month Brian talks to playwright and screenwriter Eric Reyes Loo about his educational and familial journeys, and the elusive definition of success.

 

Theatrical Mustang: Emily K. Harrison’s Sense of Balance

This month Woodzick talks to the leader of Boulder's square product theatre, who also teaches theatre at Hamilton College, about making and training for theatre without perpetuating damage

The Subtext: How Vichet Chum Measures Success

This month Brian talks to Vichet Chum, writer of 'Bald Sisters' at Steppenwolf, about how Texas's competitive culture shaped him and about how his Cambodian American parents feel about his work

Theatrical Mustang: Migguel Anggelo’s Joy and Exhaustion

This month Woodzick talks with the singer-songwriter-dancer about his new show and album 'English With an Accent,' an allegory about immigration and transformation

The Subtext: Kimber Lee Isn’t Cagey About Her Process

This month Brian talks to the author of 'tokyo fish story' and 'brownsville song (b-side for tray)' about panic, curiosity, and the earned laughs average

Offscript: How Is This Time for Jews Onstage Different From All Other Times?

A conversation with Joel Grey, Tovah Feldshuh, Caissie Levy, Michael Arden, and Bess Wohl about portrayals of Jewishness and antisemitism on New York stages

Theatrical Mustang: Jill Sobule, Kissing and Telling

This month Woodzick talks to the singer-songwriter about growing up gay, her musical and artistic influences, and her new musical, 'F*ck7thGrade'