Kate Wetherhead
In this week’s interview with writer, performer, and director Kate Wetherhead, we talk about following your creative energy, leaning on support systems, having needs recognized and met in women-led rooms, and more…
Angela C. Howell
In this week’s interview with musical and theatrical multi-hyphenate Angela C. Howell, we talk about lifelong learning and growth, having people who support you and believe in you, opening doors for women in theatre, and more…
Marija Danyluk
In this week’s interview with Vancouver-based actor Marija Danyluk, we talk about redefining success, letting go of perfectionism, learning how to take good care of ourselves, and more…
Jen Wineman
In this week’s interview with director and choreographer Jen Wineman, we talk about connecting through comedy, finding joy in the pursuit of theatre, what it means to be “producible,” and more…
Valerie Lau-Kee
Meet producing director of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Valerie Lau-Kee! We talk about saying yes, sharing responsibility, asking for what you need, and more…
Amina Alexander
Meet lighting designer Amina Alexander! We talk about finding small moments of joy, removing egos from theatrical spaces, and more…
Gayle Seay
Meet Gayle Seay, the artistic director of STAGES St. Louis! We talk about the importance of diversity in leadership positions, using your power to advocate for new voices, the necessity of open communication and cooperation, and more…
Overturning Roe v. Wade: Our Response
Women & Theatre responds to the SCOTUS decision overturning the constitutional right to abortion.
Courtney Seyl
Meet director and playwright Courtney Seyl! We talk about the benefits of women- and queer-centered spaces, theatre that starts conversations, the importance of collaboration and support, and more…
Hannah Coffman
Meet actor, singer, mover, and creator Hannah Coffman! We talk about the healing power of art, the importance of transformation and evolution, theatre as a reflection of the diversity of life, and more…
Kate Cannova
Meet producer Kate Cannova! We talk about the critical importance of access, the joys and challenges of womanhood and parenting, the importance of women supporting women, and more…
Sheila Head
Meet actor and writer Sheila Head! We talk about the power of comedy, the importance of persistence in creative work, the need to take care of ourselves and each other, and more…
Kathryn Markey
Meet director, actor, and writer Kathryn Markey! We talk about the intersection of ageism and sexism in theatre, the importance of diverse perspectives and diverse pursuits, and more…
Isidora Kecman
Meet actor and creator Isidora Kecman! We talk about speaking out for those who don’t feel comfortable doing it for themselves, asking for what you want, addressing the roots of systemic racism, and more…
Find a Way In!
In our first themed blog post, we talk about the many ways to build a career in theatre and share some resources for people who are getting started…
Jade Litaker
Meet singer and actor Jade Litaker! We talk about showing Black characters who win, the inherent whiteness of femininity, the importance of financial accessibility in theatre, and more…
Dana Iannuzzi
Meet director and actor Dana Iannuzzi! We talk about leading through kindness instead of fear, reaching out to people you’re curious about, representing the human experience through art, and more…
Jenna Kepnes
Meet actor, singer, songwriter, and directer Jenna Kepnes! We talk about the importance of art and artists, human connection, using privilege responsibly, building diversity in industry leadership, and more…
Nico Juber
Meet composer, lyricist, bookwriter, playwright, and producer Nico Juber! We talk about self-producing, trusting your creative voice, building infrastructure to support new voices in musical theatre, and more…
Makena Metz
Meet lyricist, librettist, playwright, and melodist Makena Metz! We talk about writing as a person with a disability, creating theatrical spaces for women, providing funding and educational opportunities for new writers, and more…