Category Archives: Race and Diversity in Theatre

I wrote another version of the scene for my dot-com play where Sally (who is white) tries to explain to Thee, her boss (who is also white) some important things about race. I brought this scene to my playwrights’ group … Continue reading →

I’m trying to write a scene for my dot-com play in which Sally (who is white) tries to explain to Thee, her boss (who is also white) some important things about race. The most touchy thing she tries to explain … Continue reading →

Have you heard about Theresa Rebeck’s talk about gender parity in theater? She gave it in March of 2010, but it’s making the rounds on Facebook now. Take a look if you haven’t already: http://womenandhollywood.com/2010/03/16/text-of-theresa-rebeck-laura-pels-keynote-address/ Diversity Is Not Just about (White) … Continue reading →

What I Think about Color-Blind Casting All of the controversy about casting two white actors in Puerto Rican roles in “The ____________ with the Hat” has got me thinking. It’s got a lot of people angry and a few people … Continue reading →