Benjamin Eakeley shares stories about his career, his time at the STNJ, and his approach to developing arrangements for his concerts.
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Book Interview: Natalie Franke Hayes on ‘Built to Belong’
Interview with Natalie Franke Hayes author of 'Built To Belong', which details the power of human connection.
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Actor Ashley Birchall explains the strength and movements required to play Sven, the beloved reindeer of the 'Frozen' franchise.
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This well-played new comedy set and staged in a bar tackles gentrification and the clash of cultures.
Read More »Theatre Interview: Wendy Kweh from ‘Antigone’ at the Mercury Theatre
“With each adaptation that comes out, it becomes fresher and more contemporary,” said actress Wendy Kweh about Merlynn Tong’s take on Sophocles’ ‘Antigone.’
Read More »Theatre Interview: Lisa Portes, Director of ‘Quixote Nuevo’ at the Round House Theatre
This contemporary reimagining of Cervantes’ tale features an all-Latinx cast and a bold mix of Tejano music, puppetry, and bilingual wordplay.
Read More »Theatre Interview: Kate Budgen, Director of ‘Anything Is Possible If You Think About It Hard Enough’ at Southwark Playhouse
Kate Budgen recounts how she met writer Cordelia O'Neill and her approach to directing plays about difficult subjects.
Read More »September 11, 2001: Even After Twenty Years We’re Still Not Getting Over It
September 11, 2001. Even after 20 years – we're still not getting over it. And with good reason. This date – like December 7, 1941 – will indeed live on in infamy.
Read More »Theater Interview: Ali Kennedy Scott, Creative Producer, ‘Repulsing the Monkey’
Ali Kennedy Scott explains the challenges and considerations involved in mounting theatrical productions in New York City during the COVID pandemic.
Read More »Theatre Interview: John R. Wilkinson, Director of ‘Mugabe, My Dad & Me’
Wilkinson shares his approach to directing and the rehearsal process for this new play written and performed by Tonderai Munyevu.
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