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We are still in Act II of a long, three-act play

We are still in Act II of a long, three-act play

by Patrick Gracey

With new restrictions on the horizon and extensions to the furlough and self-employed schemes looking unlikely, it could be some time before we move beyond Act II of this long, three-act play, says Patrick Gracey

The time has come for theatre to show its teeth

The time has come for theatre to show its teeth

by Alistair Smith

Relic to revelation – how The Boys in the Band came back to play Broadway

Relic to revelation – how The Boys in the Band came back to play Broadway

by David Benedict

How action hero Jack Reacher was inspired by The Tempest

How action hero Jack Reacher was inspired by The Tempest

by Heather Martin

Empty seats symbolise lost audiences, but also talent leaving theatre forever

Empty seats symbolise lost audiences, but also talent leaving theatre forever

Lyn Gardner

Lyn Gardner

Empty seats symbolise lost audiences, but also talent leaving theatre forever

This crisis is a chance to reset theatre subsidy and support artists directly

Theatre needs to rock the boat and hold the government to account

Independent work is beginning to go mainstream, but will it last?

In theatre’s hunt for new platforms, going digital isn’t the only option

The city is a safe haven for artists – we must not write its obituary

David Benedict

David Benedict

Relic to revelation – how The Boys in the Band came back to play Broadway

Unlike for the Debut Awards nominees, first roles aren’t always auspicious

Bennett's dramas prove the exceptions that suit both stage and screen

Ralph Fiennes as David Hare? Truth doesn’t have to be picture perfect

Though their skills are extraordinary, this is ordinary people losing their jobs

Wendell Pierce as Che? Why not – actors should play their dream roles

The time has come for theatre to show its teeth

The time has come for theatre to show its teeth

by Alistair Smith

Relic to revelation – how The Boys in the Band came back to play Broadway

Relic to revelation – how The Boys in the Band came back to play Broadway

by David Benedict

How action hero Jack Reacher was inspired by The Tempest

How action hero Jack Reacher was inspired by The Tempest

by Heather Martin

Empty seats symbolise lost audiences, but also talent leaving theatre forever

Empty seats symbolise lost audiences, but also talent leaving theatre forever

As Derby Theatre reopens its doors, community will be at the heart of our work

As Derby Theatre reopens its doors, community will be at the heart of our work

by Sarah Brigham

Improved working conditions would be something to celebrate, not Brexit

Improved working conditions would be something to celebrate, not Brexit

by Catherine Kodicek

Arts educators are embracing technology, but nothing beats in-person contact

Arts educators are embracing technology, but nothing beats in-person contact

by Howard Sherman

Theatre won’t be fixed by cutting costs around the people who make it

Theatre won’t be fixed by cutting costs around the people who make it

Producers are taking risks to secure the future of commercial theatre

Producers are taking risks to secure the future of commercial theatre

by Richard Jordan

Performers shouldn't have to push through pain, theatre must break the injury cycle

Performers shouldn't have to push through pain, theatre must break the injury cycle

Help us celebrate the stars of the future

Help us celebrate the stars of the future

by Alistair Smith

Theatre risks losing a generation of writers – we had to try something new

Theatre risks losing a generation of writers – we had to try something new

by Kate Wasserberg

Unlike for the Debut Awards nominees, first roles aren’t always auspicious

Unlike for the Debut Awards nominees, first roles aren’t always auspicious

by David Benedict

This crisis is a chance to reset theatre subsidy and support artists directly

This crisis is a chance to reset theatre subsidy and support artists directly

Now that we’re used to isolation, is space theatre’s final frontier?

Now that we’re used to isolation, is space theatre’s final frontier?

As Derby Theatre reopens its doors, community will be at the heart of our work

As Derby Theatre reopens its doors, community will be at the heart of our work

by Sarah Brigham

Improved working conditions would be something to celebrate, not Brexit

Improved working conditions would be something to celebrate, not Brexit

by Catherine Kodicek

Arts educators are embracing technology, but nothing beats in-person contact

Arts educators are embracing technology, but nothing beats in-person contact

by Howard Sherman

Theatre won’t be fixed by cutting costs around the people who make it

Theatre won’t be fixed by cutting costs around the people who make it

What was the first show you were involved in?

What was the first show you were involved in?

What are you most proud of in your career?

How should people who are working address the fact most people aren’t?

Your views

Mackintosh staff could have chosen other jobs – your views, September 30

Save live performances and spread joy – your views, September 23

Quote UnQuote

Quotes of the week, The Stage Debut Awards 2020 on Twitter: Tarek Iskander, Amy Leach, Femi Temowo and more

Quotes of the week, September 23: Kwame Kwei-Armah, Jodie Whittaker, Brian Cox and more

Quotes of the week, September 16: Andrew Lloyd Webber, Jennifer Saunders, Keir Starmer and more

Advice

Maddy Anholt: 'It’s taken me 10 years to trust my voice'

Maddy Anholt: 'It’s taken me 10 years to trust my voice'

Anna Shields: 'Singing can transform people’s lives'

Anna Shields: 'Singing can transform people’s lives'

Maisey Bawden: ‘TV work was a shock to the system but I loved the buzz’

Maisey Bawden: ‘TV work was a shock to the system but I loved the buzz’

Kate Mara: ‘Lifelong learning is essential to evolve throughout your career’

Kate Mara: ‘Lifelong learning is essential to evolve throughout your career’

Julia Farino: 'I decided to share my experiences to help other actors navigate the industry'

Julia Farino: 'I decided to share my experiences to help other actors navigate the industry'

Andrew Linnie: 'Going straight from drama school into a West End show was intimidating'

Andrew Linnie: 'Going straight from drama school into a West End show was intimidating'

David James: 'Government and critics need to respect musical theatre as a serious art form'

David James: 'Government and critics need to respect musical theatre as a serious art form'

Pamela Mayoss: 'I can't believe how nervous I was over such a small part'

Pamela Mayoss: 'I can't believe how nervous I was over such a small part'

Actor and playwright Sutara Gayle: 'Theatre should be for everyone'

Actor and playwright Sutara Gayle: 'Theatre should be for everyone'

Dear West End Producer

‘We already have the Olivier Awards. Will we now also have the Oliver (Dowden) Awards?’

‘What’s your prediction for the future of 2020’s drama school graduates?'

'When theatres reopen, will actors be exempt from social distancing, as is the case for footballers?'

Careers Clinic

By John Byrne

Should I agree to unpaid work?

Without my desired A-level results, is my career over before it has started?

How can I help my son after graduating from drama school?

Most Read

Across The Stage this week

The Stage Debut Awards 2020: winners in full

Sonia Friedman: chancellor 'outrageous' to suggest theatre not viable

Chancellor accused of neglecting arts community in latest round of Covid support

Culture secretary promises rescue funding for theatres in October

Standard force majeure clause written to support theatre restarts

'Pent-up demand' for theatre but audiences still cautious, survey shows

The Stage Debut Awards 2020: winners in their own words

Winners of the 2020 Oliviers to be announced in October in 'innovative' format

Government considering 'Seat Out to Help Out' scheme proposal

Royal Albert Hall announces festive season to protect jobs

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