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Projections and Reflections on Chicano Theatre
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Projections and Reflections on Chicano Theatre

15 June 2023

Tony Garcia and Claudia de Vasco share their experiences becoming immersed in the Chicano movement, which has informed both of their careers in artistic leadership.

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Vamos a inventarnos algo / Let's Make Something New
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Vamos a inventarnos algo / Let's Make Something New

13 June 2023

Theatremaker Eric Swartz sits down with Rosalba Rolón, co-founder and artistic director of Pregones/PRTT, to discuss ensemble-based theatre, mentorship across generations, and their work to sembrar una semilla—to plant a seed and work to make it grow.

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Ripples of Legacy in California’s Latinx Theatres
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Ripples of Legacy in California’s Latinx Theatres

12 June 2023

Richard Falcon and Fran Astorga discuss the need for inclusive spaces that led to founding their own companies, the road blocks they've pushed against, and the legacy they hope to create as part of the teatro field.

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Examining White Gay Responsibility in Our Theatres
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Examining White Gay Responsibility in Our Theatres

8 June 2023

Munroe Shearer discusses the problem of white queer men’s positionality excusing them from anti-racism and anti-misogyny practices in theatre leadership.

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Larissa FastHorse on Indigenizing Theatre
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Larissa FastHorse on Indigenizing Theatre

6 June 2023

Holly L. Derr talks with Larissa FastHorse about Indigeneity and misogyny in The Thanksgiving Play, using satire to create change, and rewriting Peter Pan.

Introducing our new HowlRound Creative Producer, Julia Schachnik
Introducing Julia Schachnik, Creative Producer!
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Introducing Julia Schachnik, Creative Producer!

5 June 2023

Meet Julia Schachnik, HowlRound’s new creative producer!

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We’re Hiring a Content Editor!
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We’re Hiring a Content Editor!

1 June 2023

We are seeking a part-time, remote content editor to work with HowlRound contributors and staff.

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How Training and Education Can Create a Greener Performing Arts Sector
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How Training and Education Can Create a Greener Performing Arts Sector

30 May 2023

Iphigenia Taxopoulou discusses the need for increased environmental literacy in the performing arts sector and describes many forward-thinking initiatives that train students and professionals alike for ecological transition.

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A Revolution in Governance
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A Revolution in Governance

17 May 2023

Jaan Whitehead examines the history of boards in the theatre sector and argues for a better way to approach governance, including through changes to a board’s membership, structure, and values.

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Taking Care: Supporting Delegates with Invisible Disabilities at Festivals and Showcases
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Taking Care: Supporting Delegates with Invisible Disabilities at Festivals and Showcases

15 May 2023

Second Hand Dance embarked upon research on support for artists with access needs after artistic director Rosie Heafford had to pull out of a festival that did not provide sufficient accommodations for her invisible disability. She shares takeaways from that research in the form of actionable steps that festivals, showcases, and industry events can implement.

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