Organizational Models

This initial conversation between Artistic Director Jack Reuler and Playwright-in-Residence Aditi Brennan Kapil examines the artistic case for a theatre in Minneapolis to charge no admission, program ambitious new work that stretches its aesthetics, capacity, and resources, and perhaps more importantly, why this matters?

Paul Meshejian challenges the idea that compensation in theater is something to be taken for granted. Instead, shouldn't we expect to not make much for our art?

The key to successful “amateur” theatre is communication. Danielle Rosvally reminds us that outsiders need transparent frame works so the relationship with the company be a success.

Kacy O’Brien wondered what a conference would look like if it was planned as one long coffee break. How would the results compare to traditional break-out sessions?

Kelvin Dinkins Jr. takes a look at value of collaboration in an an underperforming company in an oversaturated market.

I spoke with several individuals who possess a broader view of the arts in New Jersey to get a better perspective for myself and for the New Jersey City Series. Here are some thoughts from leaders of New Jersey theater that should illuminate some further context for theater-making here.

Gwydion Suilebhan proposes the use of big data in season planning – what can we learn from companies like Netflix when it comes to making theater that will impact audiences and turn a profit?

One board chair commented, “We cast the board like you cast a play: diversity of skills, people who get the mission, people who have a relationship with the theater.”

Carla Stillwell writes about getting to the root of the diversity problem in the American theater: the mission statement.

How does technology inspire us, transform us, and help us chart a new course in the 21st century.  This installment follows the story of Erol Onaran's growth from a television repariman to millionaire.

Andrew Roblyer starts out on a year-long journey to create a new theatre company in central Texas

David Schultz examines the artist and audience relationship and offers advice on how to create a diverse and growing audience base. 

The budding identity of American regional theater is fresh ensembles creating devised work that answers why with these people, in this place.

Stepping into the business side of theatre offered Chloë Rae Edmonson a chance to explore the driving factors behind theatrical decisions

Zak Berkman continues his series on People's Light's New Play Frontiers. This week: the regional theater as matchmaker, and our playwrights begin their residency.

Rounding out his time in Russia, Christopher White recounts the thriving artistic community in Moscow.

Jon Wojciechowski lists eleven tips for getting your theatre unstuck.

David Dower examines the Culture Coin, and provides a sneak peek into a world where this new currency replaces cash in the theater industry.

Paz Pardo explores the theatre models of the United States and Argentina.

In this essay, Rachel Grossman explores the junctions of ensemble theatre and audience.

In this installment, Ben Gansky and Eric Powell Holm talk about making the The Wild Plan.