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This is a repository of written content, sorted by most recent to oldest. Enjoy!

A map of Hawaii.
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14 June 2013

Yukie Shiroma explores the multifaceted layers of her artistic life in the multicultural environment of Hawai'i

Department of Labor Insignia.
Essay
14 June 2013

With the court decision that Fox Searchlight violated internship guidelines, it is pivotal to reflect on the liberal use of interns in nonprofits and how it affects who can take part in an arts career.

Skyline of Honolulu, Hawaii.
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13 June 2013

John Wat shares a brief overview of the theatre scene in Honolulu.

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13 June 2013

Tradition has been the backdrop of contemporary theatre. Hawaii’s cultural diversity highlights tradition as a way of showing the richness of islands.

Photo from a production of Gilgamesh.
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D.C. Theater Explores the Spoils of War

13 June 2013

An apt topic of the DC Stage, Jesus at Guantanamo and Gilgamesh explore power and abuse through the failings of heroes

Logo for Natasha Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812.
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12 June 2013

After an upset theatregoer throws another audience members phone across the theatre, questions were raised about what behaviors are considered respectable in the theatre

Photo from the play The Arsonists.
Essay
11 June 2013

The Arsonists acts as a chilling critique of blinding following norms and devotions while simultaneously being a rally cry to trust gut intuition.

Logo for Working Theatre.
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11 June 2013

Working Theater randomly selects seven directors to direct seven commissioned plays in a week, for their Directors Salon as an opportunity to help directors "break into the business"

The Omsk Drama Theatre.
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Omsk

10 June 2013

Christopher W. White reports on his visit to the provincial city of Omsk, Russia.

The Twitter logo.
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Making a career in the arts, making a living in the arts—Thursday, June 13

10 June 2013

This week's Howl covers the topic of making a career in the arts and making a living in the arts

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