The aurora borealis draws thousands of visitors to the Far North each year. A new play tells the lights’ tales from the perspective of Indigenous creators.
Tag: Theater
In War-Torn Ukraine, ‘I Never Doubted the Importance of Theater’
Richard Nelson returns to the Public Theater with “When the Hurlyburly’s Done,” which he presented last winter in Kyiv. Here, he reflects on the experience with excerpts from his diary.
Austria’s Hills Are Still Alive, 60 Years Later
In Salzburg, an anniversary of “The Sound of Music” looks grand through a child’s eyes, even if the locals are gazing elsewhere.
Zakaria Zubeidi, Palestinian Militia and Theater Leader, Speaks After Release From Prison
Zakaria Zubeidi inspired Palestinians and horrified Israelis. Freed from jail during a recent truce, he questions what his many lives have achieved.
The Pelicot Trial Returns, This Time to the Stage
Many of those who attended the trial returned to see a new play based on the case of Gisèle Pelicot, who confronted her ex-husband and dozens of men accused of raping her.
How Lisa Laurén’s Artsy Childhood Inspires Her Sought-After Animal Heads
A sought-after textile artist applies a can-do spirit from her artsy childhood in a Swedish commune to creating animal costume heads for performers. They cost from $2,500 to $3,500.
Meet Rachel Hauck, the Set Designer Behind the Tony-Nominated Ship From ‘Swept Away’
In a male-dominated field, Rachel Hauck has made a name for herself with wildly ambitious stage designs, including her huge, Tony-nominated ship at the heart of the musical “Swept Away.”
Meet Rachel Hauck, the Set Designer Behind the Tony-Nominated Ship From ‘Swept Away’
In a male-dominated field, Rachel Hauck has made a name for herself with wildly ambitious stage designs, including her huge, Tony-nominated ship at the heart of the musical “Swept Away.”
Overlooked Letter Rewrites History of Shakespeare’s Bad Marriage
New research undermines the traditional view that Shakespeare was a distant, neglectful husband to his wife, Anne.
Gérard Depardieu Takes the Stand in Trial Over Sexual Assault Allegations
The French actor testified in court for first time against accusations that he groped a co-worker, after years of serious allegations over his behavior.