“When trust is broken, students pay the price. The Chad Kendall case shines a harsh light on the urgent need to protect our theatre students from abuse.”

“ Should disabled roles go only to people with disabilities? The Hunchback of Notre Dame concert’s choice of an able-bodied actor as Quasimodo has ignited a vital conversation about authenticity, inclusion, and representation in theatre.”

“A well known New Zealand entertainer is facing criminal charges related to alleged sexual abuse involving a minor.”

Four Connecticut community theaters have reached settlements with women who say they were sexually abused as teens in their spaces.

“In a courtroom in Hobart, Tasmania, a story is unfolding that feels both tragically familiar and deeply personal to anyone who has ever found a home in a high school theatre.”

“Love theatre but tired of the drama? Let’s talk about how we as fans can keep the passion alive without the toxicity.”

“Please accept my sincerest apologies for not single-handedly keeping your favorite Broadway show open. I now realize that by failing to buy a full-price ticket to that show, I personally caused its premature closure.”

“The irony in Heathers calling out bootlegging isn’t hypocrisy. It’s a case study in how the industry must evolve.”

“If the audience is cheering and laughing through scenes of trauma, does that change the impact, or just reflect the complicated way we process these topics today?”

“High school theatre deserves intimacy coordinators to keep young actors safe and empowered. No one should feel uncomfortable or unheard during a show.”

“After the challenges of recent years and the shifting landscapes of education and the arts, one question stands front and center: How will you set the tone for your theatre program this year?”

“You can’t whitewash In the Heights. It’s not just offensive—it’s against the licensing rules. Schools must do better.”

“As educators, directors, and mentors, our job isn’t to eliminate the fear. It’s to walk beside them through it. To give them the tools to manage it, the space to feel it, and the confidence to keep going anyway.”

“The audition grind: that nerve-wracking wait, the crushing silence, and the bittersweet thrill of callbacks that don’t guarantee a role. Here’s a raw, honest look at what actors really go through in audition limbo.”

“I never thought I had a fear of heights until college theatre. What followed was an unexpected journey of anxiety, growth, and learning how to function through fear.”

“Let’s start with the uncomfortable truth. Yes, your follower count matters. No, it’s not the only thing that matters, but if you think social media is just a distraction or a popularity contest you can afford to ignore, you are missing a crucial part of today’s entertainment industry.'“

“In a world of digital playbills and deep thematic essays, wouldn’t it be refreshing if more directors just... told us a fun story from rehearsal?”

“So you said yes to a community theatre show… and now you need to quit. Here’s how to bow out without burning it all down.”

“Firing an actor in community theatre is never easy and never one-size-fits-all. It’s a tough, emotional decision that calls for compassion, clarity, and a whole lot of care.”

Directors, your costume designer isn’t just picking out clothes. They’re building your world, one seam at a time. Here are the key questions you should be ready to answer

“A clean, organized props table doesn’t just support the show, it sets the tone. It says: we respect this process. We respect each other. We’re ready.”