American Theatre Offscript

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

Offscript: George C. Wolfe on Dreams and Defiance

This month we talk to the 6-time Tony-winning director about 'Gypsy' and his miraculous career, and the editors introduce our Spring print issue

The Subtext: Chloé Hung and the Magic of Writing

The writer of 'Issei, He Say' talks about making plays from her family's life, feeling the pressure to tell immigrant stories, and rebalancing her priorities

Theatrical Mustang: The Menagerists of Kafka on Ice

This month, Woodzick talks with Erin Rollman and Brian Colonna of Buntport Theater Company, a non-hierarchical collective known for imaginative, campy adaptations.

Offscript: Nilo Cruz's Search for Beauty

In this episode, Gabriela talks to the Pulitzer-winning playwright about his new triple-play in Miami, and Rob checks in with LA Times arts reporter Ashley Lee