Controversial Pieces

California Shakespeare Theater, under the direction of Jonathan Moscone, has changed route from classic work to new work that explores the diverse culture and artistry of the Golden State.

P. Carl issues an apology on behalf of HowlRound and Lily Janiak in regards to a NewCrit piece.

A collectively authored essay by leading artists, academics, and theatre advocates about Paula Vogel’s Indecent and Lynn Nottage’s Sweat on Broadway amid a conversation about critical bias toward women playwrights and playwrights of color.

James McMaster on the politics of Hamilton and the need for a musical theatre revolution.

Seth Lepore talks about gaining the skills to self-produce and theatre artists as entrepreneurs.

In the last couple of seasons I’ve become aware of a ticket scheme already practiced by some of our larger regional theaters, and currently under consideration at some where my plays are produced. And this practice goes by a very catchy and newfangled name. It’s being called “dynamic pricing.” But it’s not a new practice. It’s actually quite old, and has a more familiar name. It’s called "scalping".

Daniel Jones explores the illusive idea of a conservative playwright: is the theater, in essence, a liberal pursuit?