American Theatre Offscript

Kristoffer Diaz's Mystery Play and AT's Immigrant Issue

This month we talk to the playwright and the director Dexter Bullard, who's helming his new play, and we check in with two contributors to our Summer edition

Kira Obolensky’s Body of Work and Life

The Minneapolis-based playwright discusses the importance of intentional audience engagement in diverse and unconventional theatre spaces.

Offscript: A Conversation About Our Theatre Futures

For this special edition (also on video), we gathered 4 smart NYC theatre folks to talk about their visions and recommendations for our art form and industry 

Subtext Redux: In Memory of Rachel Jendrzejewski

To honor her recent passing, Brian reshares his conversation from last fall with the Minneapolis-based writer/director, whom he first met in Poland years ago

The Subtext: Diana Burbano Writes What Scares Her

Brian talks with the Los-Angeles-based, Colombian playwright, performer, and teaching artist about sources of inspiration from the Latine theatre canon and close artistic relationships.

Offscript: Pride With the 'Come Back to the 5 & Dime' Team

This month's guests are Shakina Nayfack, Ashley Robinson, and Dan Gillespie Sells, who have turned an iconic 1970s play into a musical, and theatre journalist Billy McEntee 

The Subtext: Andrew Rosendorf Leaves It on the Page

Brian talks to the Minneapolis-based playwright about learning from criticism, connecting with collaborators, and finding his voice

Offscript: Danya Taymor & Knud Adams's Ensemble Ethos

This month we talk to 2 Tony-nominated directors who specialize in new plays, and catch up with tireless critic Chris Jones about the Broadway season

The Subtext: Rachel Bublitz Is Writing for Her Younger Self

The writer of 'Funny, Like an Abortion' and 'The Night Witches' talks about long commutes, writing science plays, and the parts she wishes she'd been able to play in school

Theatrical Mustang: Where River Hetzel Finds Safety and Community

The versatile actor and artist talks about their role in 'Curious Incident,' about solidarity and kindness in a time of struggle, and about why intersectional representation matters