Category: Leadership & Culture
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10 Simple Steps To Sensory-Friendly Performances
From professional regional theatres that cater to families like Imagination Stage to the Minskoff Theater on Broadway, theatre organizations and companies understand that theatre for all is crucial, and there is no place for a lack of audience accessibility in the performing arts. On October 2, 2011, the Theatre Development Fund launched its Autism Theatre…
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The Production Calendar: A Living Document
Whether you’re part of a multi-disciplinary arts team or a solo drama teacher at a small school, one way to reduce stress throughout the year is to spend some time on your production calendar. The calendar is never actually done. Think of it less like granite and more like sandstone; solid enough, but shaped by…
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Creating Inclusive Theatre For Everyone: Moving Beyond Statements to Practice
Theatre has long been described as a mirror of society. At its best, it reflects humanity, its struggles, and the stories that shape communities. Yet historically, that mirror has not always reflected everyone. For many artists and audiences, theatre spaces have felt exclusive—sometimes intentionally, sometimes unintentionally—but exclusionary all the same. That reality is exactly why…
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What is World Theatre Day?
Every year on March 27th, theatre artists and audiences around the world celebrate World Theatre Day. Established in 1961 by the International Theatre Institute (ITI), this international day highlights the cultural importance of theatre and its role in bringing people together. World Theatre Day serves as both a celebration and a reminder. Theatre is not…
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Prevent Phone Use During Live Theatre
There’s nothing quite like the shared energy of a live performance. Unfortunately, one of the biggest disruptions in modern live performance is phone use during the show. One recent example took place on Broadway during a performance of Hand to God, where an audience member tried to use a fake outlet onstage to charge his…
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Finding Love in Theatre
Community theatre has a way of bringing people together in unexpected and deeply meaningful ways. Long rehearsals, shared creative goals, and the trust built behind the scenes often create bonds that extend far beyond the stage. For many, theatre isn’t just a hobby—it’s where they met their partner, built a relationship, or found a shared…