Under the Radar Symposium 2025

Dorcy Rugamba advocates for a theatre that enables us to embrace other histories and draw on the full breadth of human experience in order to adopt a universal perspective.

Kamilah Forbes reflects on the inherent rebellion in the gathering of artists at the Under the Radar festival, and shares how this is a critical moment for theatremakers to offer their complicated visions to the world.

Mei Ann Teo reflects on Ping Chong’s departure from Ping Chong and Company, how the artistic leadership team continues to move forward, and how the questions they asked themselves can apply to theatremakers widely.

In January, hundreds of global arts leaders convened to strategize for a stronger performing arts field. Ashley Malafronte reports on this event, the 2025 Under the Radar Symposium, where participants spoke of funding challenges, politically-fueled decay, and—a bright spot—the centrality and partnership and legacy.